{"id":13820,"date":"2026-03-03T14:29:49","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T14:29:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/?p=13820"},"modified":"2026-03-27T15:51:09","modified_gmt":"2026-03-27T15:51:09","slug":"colon-cancer-rising-in-young-adults","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/2026\/03\/03\/colon-cancer-rising-in-young-adults\/","title":{"rendered":"Colon Cancer: Rising in Young Adults"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-13821 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2026\/03\/iStock-2212351683-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Colon Cancer: Rising in Young Adults \" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2026\/03\/iStock-2212351683-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2026\/03\/iStock-2212351683-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2026\/03\/iStock-2212351683-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2026\/03\/iStock-2212351683-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2026\/03\/iStock-2212351683-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2026\/03\/iStock-2212351683-1200x800.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and there\u2019s an important trend doctors want people to know about: colon cancer is being diagnosed more often in younger adults.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/2026\/03\/03\/colon-cancer-rising-in-young-adults\/#espanol\">Para leer en Espa\u00f1ol, por favor haga clic aqu\u00ed<\/a><\/p>\n<p>For decades, colorectal cancer was considered a disease that mainly affected people over 50. Yet today, colorectal cancer cases are increasing in people in their 20s, 30s, and 40s. According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is now\u00a0the\u00a0leading cause\u00a0of\u00a0cancer death\u00a0in people under 50.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhile most cases of colon cancer still occur in older adults, the shift toward younger patients has prompted a growing call for awareness,\u201d says <a href=\"https:\/\/clinicians.cooperhealth.org\/provider\/laura-t-greco\/4211446\">Laura Greco, MD<\/a>, colorectal surgeon at<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/center\/md-anderson-cancer-center-cooper\">MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper<\/a>. \u201cMany people assume they\u2019re too young to worry about colorectal cancer, but the numbers tell a different story.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3>Why Are Rates Increasing?<\/h3>\n<p>Overall cancer death rates in people younger than 50 have dropped by 44% since 1990. Colorectal cancer is a notable exception.<\/p>\n<p>While researchers don\u2019t yet have a single clear explanation for the rise in early-onset cases, they believe several factors may be contributing, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Diets high in ultra-processed foods<\/li>\n<li>Low fiber intake<\/li>\n<li>Obesity<\/li>\n<li>Sedentary lifestyles<\/li>\n<li>Changes in the gut microbiome<\/li>\n<li>Possible links to antibiotic use<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Some studies have found that diets high in ultra-processed foods may increase the risk of precancerous polyps, especially in women. These polyps can develop into cancer over time if they\u2019re not found and removed.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhile we\u2019re still learning why rates are rising in younger adults, we know that diet, physical activity and overall gut health play a role. Small, consistent lifestyle changes can make a meaningful difference over time,\u201d says Dr. Greco.<\/p>\n<p>Experts also emphasize that while these factors may raise risk, colorectal cancer is complex, and not every case has a clear cause.<\/p>\n<h3>When Should You Start Screening?<\/h3>\n<p>Average-risk adults are advised to begin colorectal cancer screening at age 45. This can include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A colonoscopy every 10 years, or<\/li>\n<li>Stool-based tests annually or every three years, depending on the test..<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>People with certain risk factors may need to start earlier, including those with:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A family history of colorectal cancer or polyps.<\/li>\n<li>Inflammatory bowel disease.<\/li>\n<li>Certain genetic conditions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cKnowing your family history is key to determining when to start screening. For example, if a parent was diagnosed with colon cancer, you may need to begin colonoscopies 10 years earlier than their diagnosis or at age 40, whichever comes first. Talking with your doctor can help create the right screening plan for you,\u201d says <a href=\"https:\/\/clinicians.cooperhealth.org\/provider\/samuel-n-giordano\/4211869\">Samuel Giordano, MD<\/a>, a gastroenterologist at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/\">Cooper University Health Care<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>There are several colon cancer screening options available, including at-home tests that use stool samples. However, colonoscopy remains the gold standard. The advantage of a colonoscopy is that it provides definitive results, and if polyps are found, they can be removed during the procedure \u2013 preventing cancer on the spot.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe advantage a colonoscopy has over the stool-based testing is that colonoscopy is the only preventative screening. Because every colon cancer starts as a polyp, getting a colonoscopy can both detect and prevent colon cancer by removing precancerous polyps before they have a chance to progress,\u201d says Dr Giordano.<\/p>\n<h3>Symptoms to Watch For<\/h3>\n<p>Early-stage colon cancer often causes no symptoms, which is why screening is so important.<\/p>\n<p>When symptoms do appear, they may include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Persistent diarrhea or constipation<\/li>\n<li>Changes in bowel habits<\/li>\n<li>Discomfort or the urge to have a bowel movement when there is no need<\/li>\n<li>Abdominal pain or cramping<\/li>\n<li>Bloating<\/li>\n<li>Blood in the stool<\/li>\n<li>Rectal bleeding<\/li>\n<li>Unexplained weight loss<\/li>\n<li>Extreme fatigue<\/li>\n<li>Iron-deficiency anemia<\/li>\n<li>Change in appetite<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cMany younger patients may notice abdominal cramping or changes in bowel habits and might think it\u2019s just part of everyday digestion. But if these symptoms don\u2019t go away, they need prompt evaluation. It\u2019s always better to get checked and be reassured than to wait,\u201d Dr. Giordano says.<\/p>\n<h3>What You Can Do to Lower Your Risk<\/h3>\n<p>While not all cases of colorectal cancer are preventable, healthy lifestyle habits can help reduce your risk:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Eat more fruits, vegetables, whole grains and fiber<\/li>\n<li>Limit ultra-processed meat<\/li>\n<li>Limit red meat<\/li>\n<li>Stay physically active<\/li>\n<li>Maintain a healthy weight<\/li>\n<li>Avoid tobacco<\/li>\n<li>Limit alcohol<\/li>\n<li>Stay up to date with screening<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cMany people feel hesitant about screening because they\u2019re unsure what to expect. Our gastrointestinal team is dedicated to providing a safe, comfortable experience from start to finish. The most important step is simply starting the conversation with your doctor,\u201d Dr. Giordano says.<\/p>\n<p>Experts note that lifestyle changes, combined with screening, can provide the greatest protection.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAlthough rates are rising, colorectal cancer remains one of the most preventable cancers at any age,\u201d Dr. Greco says. \u201cRegular screening can detect colon cancer and, when cancer is found early, it is often highly treatable.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3>Don\u2019t Delay Screening<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re 45 or older, talk to your doctor about colorectal cancer screening. If you have a family history of colon cancer or are unsure when you\u2019re due for your next screening, our team can help guide you. Call <a href=\"tel:8565361129\">856.536.1129<\/a> to make an appointment.<\/p>\n<p>If you are uninsured or underinsured, the MD Anderson at Cooper Cancer Outreach, Education and Screening Program can help. We can provide qualified individuals with free cancer screening services including colon, breast, prostate, lung, skin and cervical cancer screenings. For more information, call <a href=\"tel:8569687308\">856.968.7308<\/a> and talk to a member of our team.<\/p>\n<p><a name=\"espanol\"><\/a><br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>C\u00e1ncer de colon: en aumento entre los adultos j\u00f3venes<\/h2>\n<p>Marzo es el Mes de Concientizaci\u00f3n sobre el C\u00e1ncer Colorrectal, y existe una tendencia importante que los m\u00e9dicos quieren que la gente conozca: el c\u00e1ncer de colon se diagnostica con mayor frecuencia en adultos j\u00f3venes.<\/p>\n<p>Durante d\u00e9cadas, el c\u00e1ncer colorrectal se consider\u00f3 una enfermedad que afectaba principalmente a personas mayores de 50 a\u00f1os. Sin embargo, hoy en d\u00eda, los casos de c\u00e1ncer colorrectal est\u00e1n aumentando en personas de 20, 30 y 40 a\u00f1os. Seg\u00fan la Sociedad Americana contra el C\u00e1ncer, el c\u00e1ncer colorrectal es ahora la principal causa de muerte por c\u00e1ncer en personas menores de 50 a\u00f1os.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cSi bien la mayor\u00eda de los casos de c\u00e1ncer de colon todav\u00eda ocurren en adultos mayores, el cambio hacia pacientes m\u00e1s j\u00f3venes ha impulsado un creciente llamado a la concientizaci\u00f3n\u201d, afirma la <a href=\"https:\/\/clinicians.cooperhealth.org\/provider\/laura-t-greco\/4211446\">Laura Greco, MD<\/a>, cirujana colorrectal del <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/center\/md-anderson-cancer-center-cooper\">MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper<\/a>. \u201cMuchas personas asumen que son demasiado j\u00f3venes para preocuparse por el c\u00e1ncer colorrectal, pero las cifras cuentan una historia diferente\u201d.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00bfPor qu\u00e9 aumentan las tasas?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>La tasa general de mortalidad por c\u00e1ncer en personas menores de 50 a\u00f1os ha disminuido un 44 % desde 1990. El c\u00e1ncer colorrectal es una excepci\u00f3n notable.<\/p>\n<p>Si bien los investigadores a\u00fan no tienen una explicaci\u00f3n clara para el aumento de casos de aparici\u00f3n temprana, creen que varios factores pueden estar contribuyendo, entre ellos:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Dietas ricas en alimentos ultraprocesados<\/li>\n<li>Bajo consumo de fibra<\/li>\n<li>Obesidad<\/li>\n<li>Estilos de vida sedentarios<\/li>\n<li>Cambios en la microbiota intestinal<\/li>\n<li>Posibles v\u00ednculos con el uso de antibi\u00f3ticos<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Algunos estudios han encontrado que las dietas ricas en alimentos ultraprocesados \u200b\u200bpueden aumentar el riesgo de p\u00f3lipos precancerosos, especialmente en mujeres. Estos p\u00f3lipos pueden convertirse en c\u00e1ncer con el tiempo si no se detectan y extirpan.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Si bien a\u00fan estamos investigando por qu\u00e9 aumentan las tasas en adultos j\u00f3venes, sabemos que la dieta, la actividad f\u00edsica y la salud intestinal en general influyen. Peque\u00f1os cambios constantes en el estilo de vida pueden marcar una diferencia significativa con el tiempo,&#8221; afirma el Dr. Greco.<\/p>\n<p>Los expertos tambi\u00e9n destacan que, si bien estos factores pueden aumentar el riesgo, el c\u00e1ncer colorrectal es complejo y no todos los casos tienen una causa clara.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00bfCu\u00e1ndo deber\u00eda comenzar las pruebas de detecci\u00f3n?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Se recomienda a los adultos con riesgo promedio comenzar las pruebas de detecci\u00f3n de c\u00e1ncer colorrectal a los 45 a\u00f1os. Estas pueden incluir:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Una colonoscopia cada 10 a\u00f1os, o<\/li>\n<li>An\u00e1lisis de heces anuales o cada tres a\u00f1os, seg\u00fan la prueba.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Las personas con ciertos factores de riesgo podr\u00edan necesitar comenzar antes, incluyendo aquellas con:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Antecedentes familiares de c\u00e1ncer colorrectal o p\u00f3lipos.<\/li>\n<li>Enfermedad inflamatoria intestinal.<\/li>\n<li>Ciertas afecciones gen\u00e9ticas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cConocer los antecedentes familiares es fundamental para determinar cu\u00e1ndo comenzar las pruebas de detecci\u00f3n. Por ejemplo, si a uno de sus padres le diagnosticaron c\u00e1ncer de colon, es posible que deba comenzar a realizarse colonoscopias 10 a\u00f1os antes de su diagn\u00f3stico o a los 40 a\u00f1os, lo que ocurra primero. Hablar con su m\u00e9dico puede ayudarle a crear el plan de detecci\u00f3n adecuado\u201d, afirma el <a href=\"https:\/\/clinicians.cooperhealth.org\/provider\/samuel-n-giordano\/4211869\">Samuel Giordano, MD<\/a>, gastroenter\u00f3logo de <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/\">Cooper University Health Care<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Existen varias opciones para la detecci\u00f3n del c\u00e1ncer de colon, incluidas las pruebas caseras que utilizan muestras de heces. Sin embargo, la colonoscopia sigue siendo el m\u00e9todo de referencia. La ventaja de la colonoscopia es que proporciona resultados definitivos y, si se encuentran p\u00f3lipos, se pueden extirpar durante el procedimiento, previniendo as\u00ed el c\u00e1ncer de inmediato.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cLa ventaja de la colonoscopia sobre las pruebas de heces es que es la \u00fanica prueba de detecci\u00f3n preventiva. Dado que todo c\u00e1ncer de colon comienza como un p\u00f3lipo, realizarse una colonoscopia puede detectar y prevenir el c\u00e1ncer de colon al extirpar los p\u00f3lipos precancerosos antes de que tengan la oportunidad de progresar\u201d, explica el Dr. Giordano.<\/p>\n<p><strong>S\u00edntomas a tener en cuenta<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>El c\u00e1ncer de colon en etapa temprana a menudo no presenta s\u00edntomas, por lo que la detecci\u00f3n temprana es fundamental.<\/p>\n<p>Cuando aparecen s\u00edntomas, estos pueden incluir:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Diarrea o estre\u00f1imiento persistentes<\/li>\n<li>Cambios en los h\u00e1bitos intestinales<\/li>\n<li>Molestias o ganas de defecar sin necesidad<\/li>\n<li>Dolor o calambres abdominales<\/li>\n<li>Hinchaz\u00f3n<\/li>\n<li>Sangre en las heces<\/li>\n<li>Sangrado rectal<\/li>\n<li>P\u00e9rdida de peso inexplicable<\/li>\n<li>Fatiga extrema<\/li>\n<li>Anemia por deficiencia de hierro<\/li>\n<li>Cambios en el apetito<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cMuchos pacientes j\u00f3venes pueden notar calambres abdominales o cambios en los h\u00e1bitos intestinales y pensar que es parte de la digesti\u00f3n diaria. Pero si estos s\u00edntomas no desaparecen, necesitan una evaluaci\u00f3n inmediata. Siempre es mejor hacerse un chequeo y estar tranquilo que esperar\u201d, afirma el Dr. Giordano.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Qu\u00e9 puede hacer para reducir su riesgo<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Si bien no todos los casos de c\u00e1ncer colorrectal son prevenibles, los h\u00e1bitos de vida saludables pueden ayudar a reducir el riesgo:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Consuma m\u00e1s frutas, verduras, cereales integrales y fibra.<\/li>\n<li>Limite el consumo de carnes ultraprocesadas.<\/li>\n<li>Limite el consumo de carne roja.<\/li>\n<li>Mant\u00e9ngase f\u00edsicamente activo.<\/li>\n<li>Mantenga un peso saludable.<\/li>\n<li>Evite el tabaco.<\/li>\n<li>Limite el consumo de alcohol.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Real\u00edcese las pruebas de detecci\u00f3n peri\u00f3dicamente.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMuchas personas dudan en hacerse las pruebas de detecci\u00f3n porque no saben qu\u00e9 esperar. Nuestro equipo de gastroenterolog\u00eda se dedica a brindar una experiencia segura y c\u00f3moda de principio a fin. El paso m\u00e1s importante es simplemente hablar con su m\u00e9dico\u201d, afirma el Dr. Giordano.<\/p>\n<p>Los expertos se\u00f1alan que los cambios en el estilo de vida, combinados con las pruebas de detecci\u00f3n, pueden brindar la mayor protecci\u00f3n.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAunque las tasas est\u00e1n aumentando, el c\u00e1ncer colorrectal sigue siendo uno de los c\u00e1nceres m\u00e1s prevenibles a cualquier edad\u201d, afirma el Dr. Greco. \u201cLas pruebas de detecci\u00f3n peri\u00f3dicas pueden detectar el c\u00e1ncer de colon y, cuando se detecta a tiempo, suele ser altamente tratable\u201d.<\/p>\n<p><strong>No posponga su prueba de detecci\u00f3n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Si tiene 45 a\u00f1os o m\u00e1s, hable con su m\u00e9dico sobre la prueba de detecci\u00f3n de c\u00e1ncer colorrectal. Si tiene antecedentes familiares de c\u00e1ncer de colon o no sabe cu\u00e1ndo le corresponde su pr\u00f3xima prueba, nuestro equipo puede orientarle. Llame al <a href=\"tel:8565361129\">856.536.1129<\/a> para programar una cita.<\/p>\n<p>Si no tiene seguro m\u00e9dico o su cobertura es insuficiente, el Programa de Divulgaci\u00f3n, Educaci\u00f3n y Detecci\u00f3n de C\u00e1ncer de MD Anderson en Cooper puede ayudarle. Ofrecemos servicios gratuitos de detecci\u00f3n de c\u00e1ncer a personas que cumplen con los requisitos, incluyendo pruebas de detecci\u00f3n de c\u00e1ncer de colon, mama, pr\u00f3stata, pulm\u00f3n, piel y cuello uterino. Para obtener m\u00e1s informaci\u00f3n, llame al <a href=\"tel:8569687308\">856.968.7308<\/a> y hable con un miembro de nuestro equipo.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and there\u2019s an important trend doctors want people to know about: colon cancer is being diagnosed more often in younger adults. Para leer en Espa\u00f1ol, por favor haga clic aqu\u00ed For decades, colorectal cancer was considered a disease that mainly affected people over 50. 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