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Old 11-01-2012, 12:44 PM
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It is good to be aware of risks, which are listed for every medical item/issue/procedure/etc.

As an example there would be risks listed for taking aspirins. One could hypothesize that since there are many more people who take aspirins than get a colonoscopy, there will be more people potentially harmed taking aspirins than getting a colonoscopy.....doesn't stop anybody from taking aspirins.

Personal decisions need to be as informed as possible. You are in much more danger driving on the highway or your golf cart than you will ever be taking an aspirin OR getting a colonoscopy!!!

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