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I had polyp removed during colonoscopy. it was not cancer. if it was left alone what would have happened? dr said repeat every 5 years. you agree?

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Dr. Louis Esquivel answered

Specializes in Holistic Medicine

Yes: Polyps typically are pre-cancerous growths. Left alone may have developed colon cancer. Repeat in 5 years generally recommended to recheck for re growth. I agree.

Answered 7/31/2016

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