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Had a colonoscopy at 42 & polyps, 2 were removed, no cancer. i am 52 so do i need to get another since it's been 10yrs, like soon? having no problems.
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Yes,don.t wait 10yrs: It is very good you went for it , this is the whole idea of surveillance colonoscopy , early detection , and cure , and removing polyp before it becomes cancer. Your next visit will be in 2 ys or even earlier if your doctor suspects more polyps. Speak to your doctor.
Answered 9/1/2013
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Colonoscopy/Polyps: If you had a colonoscopy 10 years ago and you did have colon polyps then, you should have another surveillance colonoscopy even though you are without symptoms. Colorectal cancer is a silent disease. You might not have any symptoms however, once you started noticed symptoms, it might be too far advance, which is why we have surveillance program and preventive measures.
Answered 9/15/2015
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