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Diminutive cecum polyp i have a history of colon cancer i am so nervous?
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No reason to be nerv: Since you are under proper medical care of a doctor who is checking your colon regularly, you will do well. Polyps are caught early and removed safely if you get a Colonoscopy test ddone every one to 2 years for the next 5 years, then reduce the frequency as advised by your gastroenterologist.
Answered 9/30/2016
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