Question 1

is a tubulularvillenous colon polyp that is 40mm considered big?  what are the chances it could become malignant if not removed?

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Should remove: You should get it it removed , 40 mm polyp is pretty big , due  villous component  will have higher incidence of cancer . Please get it removed if possible by endoscopy , speak to your doctor.

Question 2

is a colon polyp more likely to grow fast if it's cancerous? i had a colonoscopy last year with no polyps, had a very large polyp removed  today

Accepted Answer

sort ofm: Since you were negative a year ago, you must have bled to warrant re-exam. Rapid growth is a sign of cancer. I note you do not use. 81 mg Aspirin that may inhibit polyp transformation and growth.

Question 3

docs, could a large colon polyp mean colon cancer?

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Not really: Not really the size of the polyp does not determined if it is cancer or not of course large polyp can do more damage and depend on location can cause obstruction
and bleeding the histology of the polyp determined if it is malignant or pre malignant.

Question 4

had a large colon polyp removed and oral surgeon found radiopaque lesions in parotid glands.  related?

Accepted Answer

No: Colon polyps are mucosal tissue overgrowth which are not radio graphically sensitive. On the other hand, radioopaque lesions in salivary glands are soft tissue calcification which could be secondary to salivary duct calcification to chronic gland infection. Both are not related.

Question 5

how quickly can a colon polyp grow?

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Hard to tell: It depends what type of polys we are referring to . There are very aggressive polyps that invariably turn in to cancer unless the whole colon is removed like familial polyposis . There are milder forms like hyperplastic polyps that grow slowly has less chance of transforming in to cancer. The growth potential of the polyps varies based on multiple factors including but not limited genetic, .

Question 6

what sort of disease is a colon polyp?

Accepted Answer

Colon Polyp: A polyp in the colon is not a disease.  A polyp is a growth on the surface of the lining of the colon.  Some can lead to cancer and some are benign.  They usually do not cause symptoms unless they get big.  They are removed at colonoscopy to make sure they are not pre-cancerous.    You are more likely to get them if you eat fatty foods, smoke, drink alcohol, don't exercise, or obese.

Question 7

type of colon polyp that is fast growing?

Accepted Answer

Depends on size and: How fast it is growing.  It could be cancer, so it probably should be removed.  Consult with your GI specialist.

Question 8

can removing a colon polyp 2-3 cm in size hurt?

Accepted Answer

You'll get Medicated: You'll be anesthetized, whether the polyp is removed through the scope or through a surgical procedure. Most importantly, it needs to come out, be tested, and you be treated effectively based on the results.

Question 9

do you think i should be concerned about a colon polyp?

Accepted Answer

NO: If you remove it and follow your doctor's advice

Question 10

what is the difference between a colon polyp and a colon lesion?

Accepted Answer

Specific vs general: A colon polyp is a more specific type of a colon lesion. A colon lesion can be any type of colon abnormality including cancer, polyp, ulcer, atrophy, avm, etc.

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