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On average, how long before low grade dysplasia of the colon becomes cancer for patients with ulcerative colitis 9 years.

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Dr. Liesa Harte answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Dyplasia: That is a great question for your gastroenterologist or surgeon. Who is taking care of you? It is impossible to say for sure. You deserve to have the advice of a physician who knows you and the specifics about your condition.

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Answered 6/8/2014

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Dr. Jita De answered

Specializes in Pathology

UC monitoring: This should be monitored by screening for changes.

Answered 6/8/2014

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