Symptoms and dangers of colon polyps

A polyp it is a group of cells that grows more rapidly and irregularly in the lining of the colon, causing the Growth of an irregular tissue.

Most polyps are benign in its early days, but over time can become cancerous. Because there is no foolproof method of predicting whether a polyp will turn malignant, It is recommended to extract them in their entirety.

Solo en España, cada año se diagnostican más de 50,000 new cases of colon cancer, therefore, removing polyps should be considered a fundamental measure to achieve a reduction in this high figure.

Symptoms of colon polyps

Most polyps are asymptomatic, and are often found incidentally during colonoscopies or other intestinal examinations.

In the rare cases where symptoms do occur, the most frequent are:

• Rectal bleeding or changes in stool colour. This is one of the most frequent symptoms of polyps in the colon. It is also a common symptom when the patient has colon cancer.
• Constipation or diarrhoea. Sudden and continuous changes in the behaviour of our digestive system can be a warning sign that a person has a colon polyp. It's important to clarify that these processes can also be linked to other types of illnesses or temporary conditions, but if the Change in bowel habit If it persists over time, it is important that you consult a digestive specialist to rule out the presence of an advanced polyp or bowel cancer.

However, it should be noted that, as we mentioned earlier, the vast majority of polyps do not present any symptoms, therefore Maintaining an active stance on prevention becomes indispensable for detecting them in time and avoiding problems..

The importance of prevention

If you experience any of the above symptoms, do not hesitate to book an appointment with a trusted specialist. In GASTEA (Madrid), We have Extensive experience in the management of polyps and in the prevention of Colorectal cancer, With very advanced techniques for the treatment and diagnosis of this disease.

Furthermore, the People over 50, the ones They have had polyps and those whose family members have had polyps or colon cancer, will need to pay special attention to the state of their colon.