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Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) increases the risk of developing colorectal cancer. In general, the longer you've had IBD, the greater your chances of developing colorectal cancer. This collection of articles explains the relationship between IBD and colorectal cancer.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Colorectal Cancer
Inflammatory bowel disease, often characterized by conditions such as ulcerative colitis and Chron's disease, increases the risk of developing colorectal cancer.

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