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Learn more about Rectal polyp

Content updated on Nov 2, 2022

What is rectal polyp?

This refers to small growths at the end of the large intestine, found during colonoscopy. Most are harmless, but some can potentially develop into cancer.

Symptoms of rectal polyp

  • Hemorrhoids (piles) or a lump at the anus

Questions your doctor may ask to check for rectal polyp

Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose rectal polyp

  • Do you have hemorrhoids (piles) or a lump at the anus?

Treatment for rectal polyp

Polyps are often removed on-the-spot during the colonoscopy. If the polyp is too large or cannot be removed safely, surgery may be required.

Diseases related to Rectal polyp

References

  • Lane FR, Dolejs SC. Management of the non-malignant colorectal polyp. Am J Surg. 2022 Mar;223(3):461-462. doi: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2021.09.001. Epub 2021 Sep 4. PMID: 34507808.

    https://www.americanjournalofsurgery.com/article/S0002-9610(21)00524-9/fulltext

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Aiko Yoshioka

Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)

Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.

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