The risk factors for colorectal cancer are:

· I am 50 years old or older.· I am a smoker.· I have a family history of colorectal cancer or polyps (tissue that grows out of the lining of the colon or rectum).· I am obese.· I eat lots of red meat or high fat dairy products.· I do not exercise at least 3 times a week.· I am a woman with a history of breast, ovarian, or uterine cancer.· I have colitis (chronic breaks in the lining of the colon).· I have chronic inflammatory bowel disease.If you answered yes to one or more of these questions,talk to your healthcare provider.Source: PennsylvaniaDepartment of Health