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Marathons Tied to Higher Rates of Colon Polyps, Study Finds
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A small new study found high rates of precancerous colon polyps in marathon and ultramarathon runners. The research raised questions about extreme exercise and early-onset colorectal risk (New York Times) (New York Times).
The finding matters because many Thais run for health and for charity. The result may change how doctors advise endurance athletes in Thailand.
An oncologist in Virginia recruited 100 runners aged 35 to 50 for colonoscopies. He saw almost half with polyps and 15 percent with advanced adenomas (New York Times).
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