Several types of cancer can be linked with these syndromes, so it's important to check your
family medical history not just for colon cancer and polyps, but also for any other type of
cancer. While cancer in close (first-degree) relatives is most concerning, any history of
cancer in more distant relatives is also important. This includes aunts, uncles, grandparents,
nieces, nephews, and cousins. People who know they have a family history of cancer or
colorectal polyps should discuss this history with their doctor. They may benefit from genetic
counseling to review their family medical tree to see how likely it is that they have a family
cancer syndrome and a discussion about whether or not gene testing is right for them. People
who have an abnormal gene can take steps to prevent colon cancer, such as getting screened
at an early age or even having surgery. More information on genetic counseling and testing
can be found in the section “Can colorectal cancer be prevented?”
Several types of cancer can be linked with these syndromes, so it's important to check your
family medical history not just for colon cancer and polyps, but also for any other type of
cancer. While cancer in close (first-degree) relatives is most concerning, any history of
cancer in more distant relatives is also important. This includes aunts, uncles, grandparents,
nieces, nephews, and cousins. People who know they have a family history of cancer or
colorectal polyps should discuss this history with their doctor. They may benefit from genetic
counseling to review their family medical tree to see how likely it is that they have a family
cancer syndrome and a discussion about whether or not gene testing is right for them. People
who have an abnormal gene can take steps to prevent colon cancer, such as getting screened
at an early age or even having surgery. More information on genetic counseling and testing
can be found in the section “Can colorectal cancer be prevented?”
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