Question 1

bright, red blood from anus...constipation? i'm only twenty, but colon problems are known in my family (colon cancer, polyps). should i go to gi, or?

Accepted Answer

Don't worry: Likely hemorrhoids.  Go to your doctor and have it checked out.

Question 2

do colon cancer polyps cause constant blood in the stool or intermittently? do polyps only bleed when they're ruptured from straining passing stool?

Accepted Answer

Intermittent: Bleeding form polyps is intermittent and depends on the size and type of polyp. That is why yearly testing is recommended. You may consult this site for information about blood in stool.
http://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/blood-in-stool#1
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex.

Question 3

what stage of colon cancer is polyp?

Accepted Answer

No stage.: Polyps are not cancer yet.  There are many forms of polyps.  Some, like tubular adenoma and villous adenoma, need a full colonoscopy, and surgery if the polyp is too large.  Hyperplastic polyps need no treatment.  Colon cancers can arise from adenomatous polyps.

Question 4

is it possible for me to have colon cancer without polyps?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Not only from polyps , colon cancer can develop as cancers.

Question 5

29 y/o female, dad - colon cancer, mom- polyps. my 2017 colonoscopy - clear, 2022 repeat - one flat polyp 11mm in ascending colon. waiting on path, but is this concerning based on size/shape? 3yrs too long for repeat? im a scared young mom here?

Accepted Answer

: At least the flat polyp was taken out so you should not worry too much because your concern does not change the outcome, just patiently wait for the biopsy result.

Question 6

what are the chances of having colon cancer or polyps with negative fecal occult blood test results?

Accepted Answer

See below: Visit this site for a technical article on this topic:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4143449/

Question 7

can an abdominal/pelvic ct scan incidentally detect colon cancer or polyps?

Accepted Answer

Incidental: An abdominal ct scan may incidentally demonstrate the suspicion of a fairly large colon cancer but not small lesions or polyps. A conclusive diagnosis of colon cancer requires a tissue diagnosis by biopsy.

Question 8

healthy, hypothyroidism controlled, family history of colon polyps dad, colon cancer mom, polyps younger brother. gerd controlled with lansoprazole 3mm sessile polyp removed from cecum in colonoscopy today. are these usually sent off ?

Accepted Answer

: Tissues removed during any procedure should be submitted to a pathologist for examination. You should check with your doctor in a week or so to find out the results.
Wish you good health!

Question 9

if colon cancer develops from polyps after 10-15 years, then why are so many young people in their 20's getting it? did they have polyps from the time they were children?

Accepted Answer

: No. The incidence pf polyps has increased due to earlier and more frequent tests. Not all polyps become malignant. No overwhelmingly they did not have polyps when they were children.

Question 10

are polyps on the colon usually benign?  is it possible to get colon cancer even without polyps (scientifically speaking)?  curious

Accepted Answer

Yes and yes: Most polyps are benign, even polyps with malignant cells are ok if cells aren't too far into the stalk and removed and followed up.
With your positive family history be sure to be followed closely for this to head problems off early.

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Bright, red blood from anus...constipation? i'm only twenty, but colon problems are known in my family (colon cancer, polyps). should i go to gi, or?

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Do colon cancer polyps cause constant blood in the stool or intermittently? do polyps only bleed when they're ruptured from straining passing stool?

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What stage of colon cancer is polyp?

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Is it possible for me to have colon cancer without polyps?

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29 y/o female, dad - colon cancer, mom- polyps. my 2017 colonoscopy - clear, 2022 repeat - one flat polyp 11mm in ascending colon. waiting on path, but is this concerning based on size/shape? 3yrs too long for repeat? im a scared young mom here?

A member asked:

What are the chances of having colon cancer or polyps with negative fecal occult blood test results?

A member asked:

Can an abdominal/pelvic ct scan incidentally detect colon cancer or polyps?

A member asked:

Healthy, hypothyroidism controlled, family history of colon polyps dad, colon cancer mom, polyps younger brother. gerd controlled with lansoprazole 3mm sessile polyp removed from cecum in colonoscopy today. are these usually sent off ?

A member asked:

If colon cancer develops from polyps after 10-15 years, then why are so many young people in their 20's getting it? did they have polyps from the time they were children?

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Are polyps on the colon usually benign? is it possible to get colon cancer even without polyps (scientifically speaking)? curious

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