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Originally Posted by skyguy79

My wife recently had her test done and she used Dr. Robert W Barish MD of Gastroenterology Associates at 13940 Hwy 441. (751-4885) I will be using the same doctor when I have mine done.

The following information is strictly based on my past experience and a qualified medical doctor should be consulted with:

- It is recommended that your first test be done at the age of 50.
- If you have no family history with colon cancer, the wait period for the next test may be a recommendation of 10 years if no polyps or other problem are found.
- If there is a family history of cancer, the wait period recommended may be 5 years.
- If a polyp is found, the waiting period may be 3 years. - And if the equipment malfunctions, which happened to me on my last test, and a full scan wasn't accomplished, the wait period may be recommended at 2 years.

Remember though that this is only based on my experienced and only a qualified medical doctor can properly determine the actual waiting period suggested.

Note: My father-in-law died of colon cancer at the age of 59. His father also died of it at age 80..

IMHO - To not have this procedure done is taking a risk with your life.

Vince Lombardi, the great football coach died of cancer as he would not let a doctor examine him. I don't want to get graphic.