Since stomach and intestinal polyps, which can turn into cancer, often do not cause any symptoms, it is important to consult a doctor at regular intervals even if there are no complaints. In this respect “To Doctor Peter” said Caroline Nilus, an endoscopist at the ABIA clinic.
Polyps (protrusions on the mucous membrane) are most often detected during FGDS or colonoscopy. Some need to be removed urgently as they can lead to the development of cancer, while others do not need to be treated. Polyps in the stomach and intestines usually do not show themselves in any way, but are noticed during an examination for another reason. Intestinal polyps may cause small amounts of blood or mucus in the stool.
“Polyps most often do not cause acute pain if there are no associated complications. For example, if they block the lumen of the intestine due to their size, serious complaints may occur: painful nausea, attacks of vomiting, including food eaten the previous day, feeling of extreme tension, feeling of fullness in the stomach, fast feeling of fullness. This usually occurs if the polyp is located in the area where the stomach exits and disrupts the process of food passing into the intestines,” said the doctor.
Therefore, even if nothing hurts, there are no problems with digestion and stool, it is worth periodically going to the doctor and undergoing examinations, including the digestive system. In cases where there are no contraindications, endoscopic examinations can be performed during medicated sleep, thus minimizing discomfort.
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