All articles tagged with #advanced adenomas
A small study suggests that long-distance runners may have a higher prevalence of colon polyps and advanced adenomas, potentially linked to exercise-induced gut ischemia, diet, or other factors, warranting further research and possibly tailored screening strategies.
Recent research suggests that ultramarathon running may be a risk factor for developing advanced adenomas, which are linked to colorectal cancer, with nearly 15% of studied runners showing such growths, higher than the general population. This finding is significant amid rising colorectal cancer rates among young adults, prompting calls for refined screening and further investigation into lifestyle and environmental factors, including the potential impact of COVID-19.
A study by Inova found a potential link between extreme endurance exercise, such as ultramarathons, and an increased risk of advanced colon cancer in younger adults, with 15% of participants showing pre-cancerous lesions, suggesting the need for earlier screening in high-risk athletes.
New research suggests that extreme endurance running, such as ultramarathons, may be linked to an increased risk of colon cancer precursors, challenging the notion that all exercise reduces cancer risk. The study found a higher prevalence of pre-cancerous polyps among long-distance runners, possibly due to blood flow reduction during intense exercise or misinterpretation of gastrointestinal symptoms. Further research is needed to confirm these findings.