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What is the difference between a colon polyp and a colon lesion?
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Specific vs general: A colon polyp is a more specific type of a colon lesion. A colon lesion can be any type of colon abnormality including cancer, polyp, ulcer, atrophy, avm, etc.
Answered 5/21/2019
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Small: A colon polyp is usually benign and on a stalk. A lesion implies a growth in the colon such as a tumor.
Answered 7/8/2019
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