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Do rectal cancers come from polyps?
90% of colon and rectal cancers arise from polyps that are initially benign
Are Juvenile polyps benign?
Juvenile polyps (polyps in children) are usually benign and often outgrow their blood supply and disappear at puberty
Are multiple Rectal polyps common?
Multiple polyps are common
How are Rectal polyps found?
Rectal polyps are commonly found by sigmoidoscopy (visual inspection with an instrument consisting of a tube and a light) or colonoscopy
Do rectal polyps produce symptoms?
Most rectal polyps produce no symptoms and are discovered on routine digital or endoscopic examination of the rectum
What is the cpt code for excision of rectal polyps?
The code is 46922.
Can benign polyps cause occult blood in stool?
yes
What diet helps with rectal polyps?
In addition to a diet low in animal fat and high in fiber, nutritionists recommend antioxidant supplements (including vitamins A, C, and E, selenium, and zinc) to reduce rectal polyps
What are the symptoms of colon polyps?
Colon polyps often has no symptoms. However, some symptoms of colon polyps are pain, obstruction, rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, sweating and many more.
How is the type of Rectal polyps examined?
The type is determined by taking a sample of the polyp and examining it microscopically
Small growths arising from the epithelial lining of the colon are called?
Polyps. These are usually benign growths but can sometimes develop into cancer if left untreated. Regular colonoscopies are recommended to detect and remove any polyps before they become cancerous.
Is rectal polyp fully curable?
rectal polyps can reoccur after being removed. you are normally asked back every few years for a check up. They dont disappear on their own
