Question

A 47-year-old average-risk woman asks about colorectal cancer screening. She has no family history or symptoms. What should you recommend?

Accepted Answer

Begin screening now with colonoscopy q10y or stool-based testing (e.g., annual FIT)

Answer

Defer screening until age 50

Answer

CT colonography only if FIT positive

Answer

Start at age 55 because risk is low

Answer

Screen only if symptomatic

Practice question

A 47-year-old average-risk woman asks about colorectal cancer screening. She has no family history or symptoms. What should you recommend?