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24y male. colonoscopy two years ago (hemorrhoids found - gone now). normal colonoscopy but polyp found, biopsy normal. concerned over potentially missing future polyp / cancer. is blood in poo symptom/indicator always there? or some dont get it?
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Routine followup: Surveillance interval colonoscopy for screening depends upon your personal history of polyps or symptoms, or family history of colon cancer or polyps. Most persons with polyps do not have rectal bleeding, and thus the need for colon screening at age 50 for everyone. In this case, interval colonoscopy would be recommmended based on type of polyp, family history, or new bleeding.
Answered 3/24/2017
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You've had a polyp: Once you've had a polyp of the colon, you'll be encouraged to get re-checked periodically. You'll probably have more. It's best to get them removed as this is where cancers start. Polyps themselves won't produce gross blood until way-late.
Answered 9/23/2016
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