Colon polyp size 2mm is okay?

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Question
Hello doctor,
I just had a colonoscopy and found a 2mm rectal polyp. Doctor let me ask if colon polyp size 2mm is okay? Thank you doctor.
Anonymous customer
Answer
Answered by Specialist Doctor I Dong Xuan Ha - Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine, Vinmec Ha Long International General Hospital.
Hello,
With the question “Is colon polyp size 2mm okay? ", the doctor would like to answer as follows:
Colon polyp is a small mass of cells that form on the lining of the colon - rectum (large intestine). Most colon polyps are harmless, but over time some colon polyps can develop, which can cause bleeding, bowel obstruction, or cancer. There may be 1 or more polyps in the colon. Anyone can get colon polyps.
However, with 2mm polyps, there is no danger, nor do you need to go to the doctor right away or cut anything. But you have to have a routine endoscopy once a year to control. If it's too big, cut it off. Currently, cutting these polyps through endoscopy is very simple, so you can rest assured.
Vinmec hospital system has many good gastroenterologists, strict procedures, modern equipment, regular updates of new medical knowledge, optimization of examination and treatment for each patient. In addition to attentive service when visiting and treating at the hospital, your doctor will monitor and support you throughout the outpatient treatment process until you are cured.
If you still have questions about 2mm colon polyps, you can go to the hospital of Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
Best regards!

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