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My father had colon cancer that started as polyps. how do i know if it is a polyp or maybe a hemorrhoid? should i see a gp about this?
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Colon: The difference between a polyp and a hemorrhoid is something your GP should be able to evaluate. Seeing you GP would be the right thing to do.
Answered 7/20/2020
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