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How long does it take for a colon tubular adenoma polyp growing to a size of 12mm? what is the next colonoscopy recommended? 3 years?

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Dr. Herman Hammerstead answered

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Varies....: from person to person. On average 8-10 trs. 3 yrs for repeat colonoscopy is reasonable

Dr Seibert and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/9/2018

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