Debunking colonoscopy myths - Dr. Mayin Lin

Colon cancer is the third most common diagnosed cancer in both men and women, according to the American Cancer Society. Colonoscopy screenings are the best preventive action you can take to protect yourself from colon cancer, but the myths surrounding colonoscopies can make you feel uncomfortable with screening.

In this episode we're joined by Dr. Mayin Lin at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center to help debunk the myths!!

• Myth: I don't have symptoms, so I don't need a screening
• Myth: I'm a woman and less likely to get cancer
• Myth: I don't have family history so I'm not at risk
  
• Myth: The prep is horrible!
• Myth: A colonoscopy is painful
• Myth: Colonoscopies are dangerous
• Myth: It's too embarrassing and uncomfortable
  

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