Based on U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommendations.
These are general guidelines. Speak with your physician about what is right for you.
Routine cancer screening is generally not recommended for children and young adults unless they have specific genetic syndromes or a strong family history of early-onset cancer.
However, it is important to be aware of unusual symptoms such as unexplained weight loss, persistent pain, unusual lumps, or prolonged fatigue, and to discuss these with a pediatrician or primary care physician.
If you have a strong family history of cancer, known genetic mutations (such as BRCA1/2 or Lynch syndrome), or previous radiation therapy, you may be considered "high-risk."
High-risk individuals often need to start screening at an earlier age, be screened more frequently, or use different screening methods (such as MRI in addition to mammography for breast cancer). Consult with a genetic counselor or oncologist to develop a personalized screening plan.
Source: U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF). Guidelines are subject to change. Always consult your healthcare provider.