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Question
Hello doctor,
I went to endoscopy and found 1 proliferative nodule in the sigmoid colon but the doctor did not specify anything. So the doctor asked me if the nodule in the sigmoid colon is dangerous? 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.
Hi,
With the question “Is the growth of nodules in the sigmoid colon dangerous? ", the doctor would like to answer as follows:
Nodules proliferate more than normal, if in Sigma colon, it is because the cells of the colon mucosa reproduce more than normal.
These nodules are usually raised in the inflamed mucosa, these are usually smaller than 5mm, endoscopic staining, magnifying by an experienced physician can compare the surface structure of the nodule with other surrounding structure and often it is identical with those surrounding structures.
This means there is a nodule where the cells are proliferating more than usual but the structure is unchanged, just like the surrounding cells, which means a benign lesion. However, if left for a long time, without treating the inflammation, nor removing them, they can grow larger and can cause many complications.
Therefore, when the doctor diagnoses that there is a proliferative nodule in the Sigma colon, it is a benign lesion, if the size is less than 5mm, there is no need to intervene, just treat the inflammation if any, internal medicine. Periodic endoscopy to control these nodules (preferably once a year), if the size is larger than 5mm, or there is an abnormal structure compared to the surrounding tissue, then cut it and do pathology.
The removal of these nodules can be done endoscopically and is very safe. So you don't need to worry, just go for regular check-ups.
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 caring attentive service when visiting and treating at the hospital, your doctor will monitor and support you throughout the outpatient treatment process until the disease is cured.
If you still have questions about proliferative nodules in the sigmoid colon, you can go to a hospital of Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
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