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Colon cance free for 10 years six yrs ago the colonoscopy found some polyps that were ok friday having exam do i have a greater chance for polyps?
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Possible: If you had polyps in the past it is possible to have more in the future. As long as the polyps are benign there is no consequence except for frequent screening colonscopys. It is also dependent on your family hx. Best to speak to you gastroenterologist.
Answered 8/22/2017
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Slightly higher: From the time a polyp forms until becoming cancer usually takes 10 years. As long as you keep having colonoscopy by a thorough physician (ADR above 20) you should never get colon cancer.
Answered 8/22/2017
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