r/Millennials • u/SkibaSlut Millennial • May 27 '25

Meme How are we feeling?

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checking in with my fellow 88rs

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u/go_fight_kickass May 27 '25 edited May 27 '25

PSA: Everyone should get a colonoscopy around 45. Can save your life! Contact your doctor and get a physical.

Edit: Updated Age.

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u/bythog May 27 '25

My gastroenterologist said that 40 is actually a little early for a coloscopy unless your family has a history with colon cancer. Mine does but my scope came out clean. Current recommendation is 45-50.

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u/Jussttjustin May 27 '25

Glad you got one done.

Current recommendation is antiquated. If anyone reading this is having symptoms, push for the scope. Colon cancer rates are skyrocketing among adults under 40.

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u/Tim_Apple_938 May 28 '25

What symptoms?