A colon polyp is a small clump of cells that forms on the lining of the colon. Most colon polyps are harmless. But over time, some colon polyps can develop into colon cancer.

2023年7月20日 · Screening finds precancerous growths on the colon wall, called polyps, which the doctor can then remove. They are not cancer, and most of them have not started to …

2023年8月28日 · It’s a small clump of cells that grows inside your body. There are 2 common types: The first hangs from a stalk. Doctors will call this pedunculated. The second is flat and …

2023年11月16日 · What Are the Symptoms, Types, and Treatments for Polyps? Polyps are tissue growths that most often look like small, flat bumps or tiny mushroom-like stalks. They are …

A polyp is an abnormal growth of tissue projecting from a mucous membrane. If it is attached to the surface by a narrow elongated stalk, it is said to be pedunculated; if it is attached without a …

Colon polyps are growths, like tiny bumps, that form on the inside lining of your colon or rectum. They’re usually harmless, but some types can turn into colon cancer after many years. …

These tests check for blood in the stool or assess your stool DNA for evidence of a colon polyp or cancer. If your stool test is positive, you will need a colonoscopy soon afterward. Mayo Clinic …

2024年5月17日 · Colon polyps are small growths on the lining of your colon or large intestine, part of your digestive tract. Most aren’t harmful. But some can turn into colon cancer over time. For …

2024年7月12日 · Polyps in the colon and rectum (together called colorectal polyps) are common in people over age 50. They are usually noncancerous, but certain characteristics can …

2023年7月14日 · Colon polyps are growths that occur on the inner lining of the large intestine (colon) and usually protrude into the colon. Polyps form when the genetic material within the …