Does aspirin help avoid colon cancer?

Posted on December 8, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

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Yes.  An article published in Lancet 2010 revealed aspirin (75 mg or more) a day decreases your risk of some types of colon cancer.  This article combined results of four studies totaling 14,000+ patients.  The caveats are that

  • aspirin must be taken daily for more than 5 years.
  • aspirin decreased proximal (or right-sided) colon cancer by 70%.
  • aspirin significantly decreases the risk of rectal cancer.
  • doses of aspirin greater than 75 mg a day were not shown to decrease colon cancer more than 75 mg a day.

Hope this helps.

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I have been practicing as a family physician for over 20 years--as both an educator of physicians and clinician. From infancy to the elderly, I perform obstetrics and general medicine. I love my career and am passionate about my field of knowledge and my patients. Follow me on Facebook at Leslie Md Greenberg Medical Disclaimer The content of this website is provided for general informational purposes only and is not intended as, nor should it be considered a substitute for, professional medical advice. Do not use the information on this website for diagnosing or treating any medical or health condition. If you have or suspect you have a medical problem, promptly contact your professional healthcare provider.
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