Carter has had an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) for 12 years. Based on this information, he has a higher than average risk of developing ________ than a person who does not have an IBD.
A. colon cancer
B. gallstones
C. irritable bowel syndrome
D. gastroesophageal reflux disease
Answer: A
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