Mar 20, 2025 · A colon polyp is a small clump of cells that forms on the lining of the colon. Most colon polyps are harmless. But over time, some colon polyps can develop into colorectal cancer.

Nov 16, 2023 · Polyps are tissue growths that most often look like small, flat bumps or tiny mushroom-like stalks. They are usually small and less than half an inch wide. Most are benign …

Jul 20, 2023 · Screening finds precancerous growths on the colon wall, called polyps, which the doctor can then remove. They are not cancer, and most of them have not started to change …

Aug 28, 2023 · It’s a small clump of cells that grows inside your body. There are 2 common types: The first hangs from a stalk. Doctors will call this pedunculated. The second is flat and grows …

A polyp is an abnormal growth of tissue projecting from a mucous membrane. If it is attached to the surface by a narrow elongated stalk, it is said to be pedunculated; if it is attached without a …

Mar 27, 2025 · After polyp or biopsy samples are tested, results are sent to your doctor. You might be worried about how many polyps were found during your colonoscopy. It’s really the …

Colon polyps are growths, like tiny bumps, that form on the inside lining of your colon or rectum. They’re usually harmless, but some types can turn into colon cancer after many years. …

Jul 12, 2024 · Polyps in the colon and rectum (together called colorectal polyps) are common in people over age 50. They are usually noncancerous, but certain characteristics can increase …

May 17, 2024 · Colon polyps are small growths on the lining of your colon or large intestine, part of your digestive tract. Most aren’t harmful. But some can turn into colon cancer over time. For …

Jun 1, 2022 · Not all colon polyps turn into cancer, but all colorectal cancer begins from polyps. Learn how your risk varies depending upon the size, shape and growth pattern of a polyp.