03/24/2026
Be aware of genetic diseases causing multiple colon polyps & early colon cancers !
Lynch syndrome is a common and often under-diagnosed inherited condition that increases one's risk for a variety of cancers, including colon, re**al, uterine, ovarian, urinary tract, and other malignancies.
In the general U.S. population, it is estimated that roughly 1 in 300 people have Lynch syndrome. Yet, the vast majority of individuals with Lynch syndrome are unaware of their diagnosis at present. For someone carrying a Lynch syndrome mutation, the lifetime risk of colore**al cancer is 22 to 74 percent, compared to a 4 to 5 percent risk in someone who does not carry a mutation. The risk of uterine cancer is 15 to 71 percent in women, compared to about 3 percent risk in those who do not carry a mutation. The lifetime risks of the other cancers associated with Lynch syndrome are also higher than the general population.
Our Lynch Syndrome Center is the largest and most comprehensive multidisciplinary cancer genetics group in the region that specializes in coordinating the care of people with Lynch syndrome. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3NejqDb
