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65 female stage2b colon cancer dx 2017underwent hemicolectomy and adjvunt chemo 12sessions.have been on surveillance.last year colonoscopy revealed adenomatous polyp low grade dysplasia doc said f/u should be 2y later.time frame ok or annually?
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You need to separate the follow up for Colon Cancer(for this you need to see your doctor every 6 months to 12 month intervals) and for the colon Polyps. The advice for 2 yearly rechecks is strictly for the Colon polyps which can reappear and require recheck at 2-3 year intervals. Good luck.
Answered 11/25/2021
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I've had 3 colonoscopies over the last 15 years. All negative. No polyps. Non-smoker, non-drinker, normal weight. My mom died from colon cancer in 1997. Smoked 20yr, avg. drinker, obese, bad diet. Last screening 2016. How many years before next one?
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