{"id":5676,"date":"2024-08-29T13:10:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-29T13:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dravadhpatel.in\/blog\/?p=5676"},"modified":"2024-08-29T13:32:47","modified_gmt":"2024-08-29T13:32:47","slug":"is-colon-cancer-hereditary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dravadhpatel.in\/blog\/is-colon-cancer-hereditary\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Colon Cancer Hereditary?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Colorectal cancer or colon cancer in short is one of the most common types of cancer and 1 in every 20 people have the chances of having it. But is it hereditary? The short answer is: sometimes and while genetics can play an important role in the development of colon cancer, it&#8217;s not the only factor responsible for the occurrence of colon cancer. Many other lifestyle and environmental factors contribute to the risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Causes of Colon Cancer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following are the three main causes of Colon Cancer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Sporadic Colon Cancer:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">affecting approximately 50-60% people the sporadic colon cancer happens by chance and in most cases people are the first case of colon cancer in their families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Familial Colon Cancer:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This represents 20-40% cases and involves people with family history of multiple people suffering from colon cancer with no known hereditary cause. People with a familial history of colon cancer should get routine cancer screenings every 5 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Hereditary Colon Cancer<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is caused by genetic reasons mainly due to genetic mutation and makes up only 4%-6% of the total number of cases of colon cancer. The only way to know if one is predisposed to hereditary colon cancer is through a comprehensive genetic test for cancer risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dravadhpatel.in\/blog\/rectal-cancer-diet-recommended-foods-and-avoidances\/\">Rectal Cancer Diet: Recommended Foods and Avoidances<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Understanding Hereditary Colon Cancer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP):This is a rare genetic condition that predisposes individuals to developing numerous polyps in the colon and rectum. These polyps can eventually become cancerous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lynch Syndrome:Also known as hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC), this condition increases the risk of colon cancer, as well as other cancers like endometrial, ovarian, and stomach cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Other Genetic Factors:While FAP and Lynch Syndrome are the most well-known hereditary colon cancer syndromes, there may be other genetic factors that contribute to the risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Lifestyle and Environmental Factors for Colon Cancer<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if you don&#8217;t have a family history of colon cancer, certain lifestyle choices can increase your risk:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A diet high in red meat and processed foods, and low in fiber, has been linked to an increased risk of colon cancer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excess weight can increase the risk of colon cancer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regular physical activity can help reduce the risk of colon cancer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Smoking is a known risk factor for colon cancer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excessive alcohol consumption can also increase the risk.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Screening for Colon Cancer<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regardless of your family history, it&#8217;s important to get regular colon cancer screenings. These screenings can help detect and remove precancerous polyps before they turn into cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a>Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have a family history of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dravadhpatel.in\/colon-cancer.php\">colon cancer<\/a>, talk to your doctor about when you should start screenings. They can help determine your individual risk and recommend the best screening schedule for you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Colorectal cancer or colon cancer in short is one of the most common types of cancer and 1 in every 20 people have the chances of having it. But is it hereditary? 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