Rectal polyps are tiny structures on top of the rectal lining. They may be round, stalk or flat to the wall. Most polyps are typically benign and are usually smooth in appearance although they can be transformed into cancerous when they are not removed.
Not many persons realize that something is wrong. The symptoms may include, when they arise:
Polyps do not always have a specific cause but the following factors are known to be risk factors:
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Colonoscopy or flexible sigmoidoscopy is a technique used by physicians to visualize the rectal lining. In the process, any definite polyps can also be safely excised to undergo further examination.
Yes. Polyps-especially larger or irritated ones-can bleed, leading to visible blood on toilet paper, in the stool, or in the toilet bowl.
No. The majority of rectal polyps are harmless though certain kinds of polyps may turn into cancer with time unless removed and monitored.
Rectal polyps typically appear as small, smooth bumps or flat patches on the rectal wall. They may protrude on a stalk or lie flush with the lining.
Endoscopic procedures involve polyp removal under the influence of sedation or anesthesia, thus patients do not have many (or no) pains.
Yes. Your gastroenterologist will recommend a repeat screening-usually every 3-5 years-based on the number, size, and pathology of the removed polyps.
Although diet is not a sure-footed way of prevention, a high-fiber diet that includes fruits and vegetables and has little red meat can reduce your chances of having a hernia.
Transanal resection is a minimally invasive surgery performed through the anus to remove larger or deeper polyps that are hard to access with standard endoscopic tools.
Patients at risk include older people (above 50 years), those with a history of polyps or colorectal cancer in their family, and with chronic inflammatory bowel disease.
The majority of patients return home on the same day of surgery and start working or other daily activities 1-2 days later or whenever their doctors permit it and as far as they feel well.
