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What Are Colon Polyps?

A colon polyp is a growth of extra tissue in the large intestine (colon). Most polyps are benign, meaning that they are not cancer. Over time, however, some types of polyps can turn into cancer.

To be safe, when polyps are found in the colon or rectum, doctors will remove them or take a biopsy (piece of the polyps) to test them. If the biopsy shows that the polyp is not cancerous, no further treatment is necessary. If the biopsy indicates that the polyp is cancerous (malignant), the next step is treatment.

Who Gets Polyps?

Anyone can develop colorectal polyps, but some people are more likely to get them than others. You are at risk for polyps if:

You are age 50 or older. The older you get, the more likely you are to develop polyps.
You have had polyps before.
A family member has had polyps.
A family member has had colon cancer.

You may also be more likely to develop polyps if:

You eat a lot of fatty foods.
You smoke.
You drink alcohol.
You don't exercise.
You are overweight.

Most polyps don't cause symptoms,so it's important to have regular screening if you are at risk. If you have had a polyp previously, it's important to follow routine screening as recommended by your doctor.