What Polyps in the Colon Mean?
If you undergo a colonoscopy, your doctor may notice polyps inside your colon. These polyps are abnormal growth along your digestive tract. All colon cancer develop from polyps in the colon. However, not all polyps are cancerous. The size and quantity of the polyps will determine whether they are cancerous or not.
If the polyp is less than a centimeter in diameter, it is not likely a cancerous growth. Your doctor, however, will remove it and recommend that you undergo a colonoscopy again in three to six years. If there are more than one polyp and they are bigger than a centimeter in diameter, the chances of them being cancerous are higher. Your doctor will remove the polyps and ask that you have your colon checked again in three years or less. He will also perform a biopsy to check if the polyps are already a form of cancer.
If no polyps are found, you will be asked to get a colonoscopy again in ten years. However, if you have a history of polyps in your family, it is wise to get a colonoscopy at a certain age. Those with relatives or family members who have had colon polyps are at a higher risk of getting the polyps themselves. When it comes to colon health, it is important to be well-informed and vigilant.
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