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What are the consequences and side effects of having benign polyps in the colon?
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Polys can turn into cancer. Vast majority of colon cancers go through a phase of polyp. It is prudent to have the polyps removed. Visit this site for info: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/colon-polyps/symptoms-causes/syc-20352875 Get HPV vaccine Wish you good health!
Answered 6/22/2021
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