Are polyps cancer?
My recent colonoscopy found a few polyps, and now I'm extremely worried. The doctor said we need to monitor them. I am very anxious, do polyps always mean cancer, or is there a chance they are benign?
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7 months ago
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Most polyps are benign, which means they are not cancer. However, doctors usually remove them during testing to prevent any future risks, so do consult your specialist.
4 months ago
I just got diagnosed with a small gallbladder polyp and I've been crying all day thinking it's cancer. Did anyone else have this and find out it was completely harmless?
7 months ago
They are usually non-cancerous, but ignoring them is not wise. Just like monitoring BP, getting regular colonoscopies or scans is the best way to keep track of them.
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Consult a radiation oncologist
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7 months ago
Take a deep breath. Polyps are just extra tissue growths and are very common, not cancer. Just follow up with your doctor and get the biopsy done to be completely safe.
5 months ago
No, they are not cancer, so stop googling and panicking. Go to a gastroenterologist, get a simple biopsy done, and clear your doubts once and for all.