tool in colorectal cancer prevention.
Medical experts recommend screening starting around age 45 for people at average risk, especially because colorectal cancer can develop silently without obvious symptoms in its early stages.
A colonoscopy may also help doctors investigate warning signs such as:
• Blood in the stool
• Persistent abdominal pain
• Unexplained weight loss
• Ongoing constipation or diarrhea
• Changes in bowel habits
Although some people fear the preparation or possible discomfort, specialists emphasize that the procedure is generally safe and can save lives through early detection. Like any medical procedure, there
