Posted: August 16th, 2017

Which of the following characteristics are risk factors for colorectal cancer?

Which of the following characteristics are risk factors for colorectal cancer?
a) Familial polyposis
Family history of colon cancer or familial polyposis is a risk factor for colorectal cancer.
b) Age younger than 40
Being older than age 40 is a risk factor for colorectal cancer.
c) Low fat, low protein, high fiber diet
A high-fat, high-protein, low-fiber diet is a risk factor for colorectal cancer.
d) History of skin cancer
History of skin cancer is not a recognized risk factor for colorectal cancer.