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Is polyp removal neccessary?
I had colonoscopy done in 2024 which showed 2-3 very small polyps- biospy was normal
Doctor said they were insignificant n pose no risk- i have had these polyps for like 5 years before going for colonoscopy
I visited doctor recently when i was in hometown- he said its my choice if i want to get them removed or no- there's no immediate risk atleast till age of 30
Ur opinions plz?
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Removal is not mandatory, and watchful waiting with periodic colonoscopy per your doctor’s advice is perfectly reasonable.
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Maintain a healthy lifestyle high-fiber diet, regular exercise, no smoking, limited alcohol to minimize any polyp related risks in general.
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Better to remove
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Please follow up regularly and get checked.
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Yes mandatory
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Yes.because its increase risk of rupture.
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Dr. Amarnath A
Gastroenterologist
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
There is always a risk of rupture. You can consult us for colonoscopy
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Dr. Chaithra H
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Needs evaluation
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Dr. Keerthikar Prabhakaran
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Bangalore
You don’t need to rush removal before age 30
Focus on healthy lifestyle, fiber-rich diet, and routine follow-up
If polyps grow, change, or cause symptoms → then removal is recommended
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Dr. Sohan Kulria
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Firozabad
If you want to discuss your problem in more detail, feel free to message me on WhatsApp at nine one one nine two five five six nine nine for a detailed discussion
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Suraj Sharma
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Jaipur
Yes
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Dr. Sajid Ali
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Kanpur
Yes, if get rupture get infected
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