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Gastroenterology (Expert Forum)
pupls
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
KevinMD.com
This forum is for questions regarding Gastroenterology issues such as Acid Reflux (GERD), Barretts Esophagus, Colitis, Colon/Bowel Disorders, Crohn's Disease, Diverticulitis/Diverticulosis, Digestive Disorders, IBS, Stomach Pain.
pupls
by grammy0220, Sep 28, 2005 12:00AM
my husband just had 8 pupls removed only one showed up on pet scann very large [ my husband has been cancer free for 3 years.] my doctor told me to call in ten day he removed all of them. but he did not say don`t worry. they where just checking out of routine. could colon pulps be cancer? Or am I just worrying to much?
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, Sep 29, 2005 12:00AM
, Sep 29, 2005 12:00AM
I am not sure that pupls are - I think you meant to say polyps.
Colon polyps are possible precursors to colon cancer. There are different types of polyps - either villous, hyperplastic etc. The type can be determined during pathology. The type of polyps can determine how aggressive followup should be (i.e. repeating a colonoscopy in 1 year vs 3-5 years).
These options can be discussed with your gastroenterologist.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
http://www.straightfromthedoc.com
Colon polyps are possible precursors to colon cancer. There are different types of polyps - either villous, hyperplastic etc. The type can be determined during pathology. The type of polyps can determine how aggressive followup should be (i.e. repeating a colonoscopy in 1 year vs 3-5 years).
These options can be discussed with your gastroenterologist.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
http://www.straightfromthedoc.com
