what is the cause for colon polyps? i went in for my five year colonoscopy and they removed three. five years ago, they removed two. these are benign

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Is a colon polyp more likely to grow fast if it's cancerous? I had a colonoscopy last year with no polyps, had a very large polyp removed today

Answer 1

Not known: It is good that you had colonoscopy and had the polyps removed. We do not know the exact cause of polyps. It is likely a combination of genetics, diet and environment. For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. Practice safe sex.

Answer 2

Usually Not: Following successful spine fusion, the instrumentation typically remains. Conditions such as a deep infection, nonhealing fusion, and on rare occasion, painful/prominent instrumentation may be treated by removal of the instrumentation.

Answer 3

Maybe: No definitive answer can be given to you at this time. If the hardware is not causing you pain or limiting your function there is probably no reason to remove it at this time.

Answer 4

Usually not: The instrumentation does not usually need to be removed.

Answer 5

Colon polyps: Diets high in fiber, calcium, antioxidants (as from broccoli/cabbage/ cauliflower/brussel sprouts; green leafy vegetables; brightly colored fruits and veggies) seem to lessen risk of colon cancer. A positive family history for polyps, however increases risk, as does personal history of polyps. Avoid highly processed foods and fast foods due to low nutrition, high preservatives, high fat.

Answer 6

Avoid processed food: Simple sugars and processed carbs should be avoided or limited. This includes any flour product.. The fine grind makes absorption quick, and spikes your blood sugar which increases Insulin and promotes weight gain. Good fats such as olive oil and coconut oil are fine in sensible amounts. Eat a rainbow of organic vegetables and just enough protein. Also consume probiotic foods like kombucha.

Answer 7

Depends: Some patients undergo resection first and some undergo chemotherapy. These decisions are best made in conjunction with your medical team (surgeon, oncologist).

Answer 8

Depends: There are too many variables to be able to give a succinct answer. Your team of physicians (oncologist, surgeon, primary care physician, etc.) collectively should be able to provide you with the best answer for your specific situation. Don't be afraid to ask questions.

Answer 9

Possibly: Different cancers (types) have different optimal treatment regimens. It may involve surgery in tandem with chemotherapy, radiation with chemo, or chemo only. You need to discuss your best options with your oncologist.

Answer 10

Find a good team: Colorectal cancer with spread to the liver is a hotly debated and controversial topic. Multiple variables include - the location of the tumor, the symptoms it is producing, the location of the liver mets and their potentail for surgical removal. You need an experienced team that deals with this commonly (surgical and medical oncologists, maybe rad onc, as well). Good ct/pet is vital.

Answer 11

Usually yes: Unless you have an impending obstruction or severe bleeding from the colorectal tumor, chemotherapy is generally the best way to start. Starting with an operation often delays the time until you can start getting the chemo. Surgery is effective for the bowel, but does nothing to address the liver disease. Chemo also kills tumor cells in your blood stream that can lead to tumors in other organs.

Answer 12

Depends: If the primary tumor is not producing severe bleeding or obstruction the most serious condition is the liver metastasis and should be treated first with chemo. Response to chemo will determine the next step which may be hepatectomy with or without colon resection. A colectomy will control primary disease but the metastasis will determine long term survival. No question about it.

Answer 13

Yes: Ca require small amounts of skin removal for margins then local flap or skin grafts can be used to cover the defect.

Answer 14

Yes--: That's the kind of thing I do very frequently. Small skin cancers on the nose can be removed and reconstructed with local tissue giving an excellent cosmetic result.

Answer 15

Absolutely: Small or large we can remove them or work with a dermatologist and rebuild the nose after the cancer has been removed.

Answer 16

It depends/not bad.: It depends on where the mole is as well as its size, etc.. If the mole is irregular and large, it might need wide excision to rule out, and capture a possible malignancy, like melanoma. If it is small and uniform, it can be removed like a wart with outpatient surgery, likely by freezing it off. Pain killers, etc csan be given, so there is probably little or no pain. Best to get it removed.

Answer 17

Not painful: Lidocaine takes a few seconds to take effect.

Answer 18

A little: You will get some pain when the anesthetic is administered but it is short lived and then the rest of the procedure you are numb.

Answer 19

Minimal: Moles are removed with local anesthesia. The numbing medicine burns a little at first then you should not have any pain with the procedure. My patients general use tylenol (acetaminophen) or Ibuprofen for pain afterwards.

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