Question 1

when polyps are removed from the colon are they checked immediately?

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Not likely...: Unless there is a pathologist on site, the polyps undergo a process of fixation, staining, sectioning, and interpretation. Most experienced gastroenterologists can tell you with about 90% accuracy whether a removed polyp carries the risk of cancer and whether further intervention is required in the event the polyp may be large or invasive.

Question 2

why would section of colon need to be removed surgically if polyps are found?

Accepted Answer

Prevention: Polyps have a propensity to develop into malignancy. If you have a section of bowel that is full of polyps, it is thought that removal of the section may avoid cancer development.

Question 3

is .7 cm considered a large size for a polyp  on the colon?  if not, what is?

Accepted Answer

No...: Any polyp &gt; 1 cm in size might be considered significant or large.

Question 4

i just had 58 polyps removed from my colon.  is there something i can do to keep more from growing?

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Polys: Your physician should have counselled you on a high fiber diet.

Question 5

what are colon polyps?

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Abnormal gowths : Neoplasia is a general term to describe abnormal growth pattern, cancer-like, unregulated by normal bodily control systems. Some colon polyps are destined to become cancerous, some are not, so all polyps are usually removed when they are found so we can distinguish the difference under the microscope, not by appearance which can fool you.

Question 6

are colon polyps considered to be neoplasic?

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Some yes, some no: Neoplasia is a general term to describe abnormal growth pattern, cancer-like, unregulated by normal bodily control systems. Some polyps are destined to become cancerous, some are not, so all polyps are usually removed when they are found so we can distinguish the difference under the microscope, not by appearance which can fool you. Not an area to make a mistake, i assure you.

Question 7

are colon polyps cancerous?

Accepted Answer

Some: There are different types of colon polyps.  Some will not turn into cancer.  But many (adenomatous polyps in particular) have a high likelihood of turning into cancer if not removed.  We think that most colon cancers start as polyps. That is why we recommend colonoscopy at age 50. If you have a precancerous polyp, it can be removed before you get cancer.

Question 8

how quickly can a colon polyp grow?

Accepted Answer

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 9

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 10

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.

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