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Hyper plastic polyp colon right side by appendix canal . what would follow up be . my doctor was unsure he for it all during colonoscopy?

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

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Repeat colonoscopy: Timing 2-5 years likely. Depends on size and any others. Family history? Discuss with gastroenterologist.

Answered 11/26/2013

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