The following is based on the American Cancer Society\u2019s cancer screening schedules for a few cancers; this list is not exhaustive. Different national standards vary on screenings, such as the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. Consult your physician for a personalized cancer screening schedule based on your health, risks and history.<\/p>\n
Breast cancer<\/p>\n
Women ages 40 and up should have annual mammograms<\/p>\n
Clinical breast exams should happen every three years for women in their 20s and 30s, and annual for women 40 and up<\/p>\n
Women should also do slef breast exams \u2013 if anything seems abnormal, consult a health care provider immediately<\/p>\n
Colon and rectal cancer and polyps<\/p>\n
Men and women over 50 should follow one of the following schedules:<\/p>\n
Tests that find polyps and cancer:<\/p>\n
Flexible sigmoidoscopy every five years,<\/p>\n
or a colonoscopy every 10 years,<\/p>\n
or a double-contrast barium enema every five years,<\/p>\n
or a CT colonography (virtual colonoscopy) every five years.<\/p>\n
Tests that primarily find cancer:<\/p>\n
Yearly guaiac-based fecal occult blood test,<\/p>\n
or yearly fecal immunochemical test<\/p>\n
or a stool DNA test every three years<\/p>\n
Cervical cancer<\/p>\n
Cervical cancer screenings should begin for women at age 21<\/p>\n
Women ages 21-29 should have a Pap test done every three years<\/p>\n
Women 30-65 should have a Pap test plus an HPV test every five years<\/p>\n
Women 65 and older should not have screenings unless recommended by their primary physician<\/p>\n
Women who have been vaccinated against HPV should still follow a regular screening schedule<\/p>\n
Endometrial (uterine) cancer<\/p>\n
Women should watch for unexpected bleeding or spotting and report to their doctor if this occurs. Women may need an annual endometrial biopsy due to their history, and should talk to their doctor.<\/p>\n
Lung cancer<\/p>\n
Screening is done with a low-dose CT scan of the chest and is typically done for people at risk for lung cancer. These people typically have a family history and\/or have a history of smoking cigarettes. Consult a doctor to determine if you are at risk.<\/p>\n
Prostate cancer<\/p>\n
The American Cancer Society recommends men make an informed decision with their doctor about whether they should be tested for prostate cancer because current research has not yet proven whether the potential benefits of testing outweigh the harm of testing and treatment.<\/p>\n
Starting at least at age 50, men should talk to their doctors about prostate cancer risks.<\/p>\n
Prevention<\/p>\n
Reduce your risks of cancer by:<\/p>\n
Exercising regularly<\/p>\n
Eating healthy with plenty of fruits and vegetables<\/p>\n
Stay away from tobacco products<\/p>\n
Limit alcohol consumption<\/p>\n
Maintain a healthy weight<\/p>\n
Protect your skin by wearing SPF<\/p>\n
Know your body, family health history and what you\u2019re at risk for<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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