Women share common risk factors for colorectal cancer with men, such as age, diet, and family history. However, specific risks particularly relevant to women include:
Hormonal factors: Estrogen exposure has been linked to lower rates of colorectal cancer, but hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can complicate this relationship. Genetic syndromes: Conditions like Lynch syndrome increase the risk of both colorectal and gynecological cancers. Reproductive history: Factors such as age at menopause and parity have been studied for their association with colorectal cancer.
