What are the symptoms of colonic polyp?

Symptoms of COLONIC POLYP are: (1) History of having blood in the stool on testing

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Content updated on Sep 14, 2022

What is colonic polyp?

Colonic polyps are benign growths that appear on the inner lining of your large intestine. They have a small chance of turning malignant, or cancerous, over the next 5-15 years, hence require monitoring by a doctor.

Symptoms of colonic polyp

History of having blood in the stool on testing

Questions your doctor may ask to check for colonic polyp

Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose colonic polyp

Have you ever had a positive stool occult blood test?

Treatment for colonic polyp

Although polyps do not usually cause symptoms, your doctor may recommend regular screening tests such as a colonoscopy, where a tube is passed through your anus to detect changes or abnormalities in your large intestine.

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