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Colorectal polyps

Alternative Names: Intestinal polyps; Polyps - colorectal Prevention: The following is recommended to reduce the risk of developing polyps: Eat a diet low in fat and high in fruits, vegetables, and fiber Avoid smoking and excessive alcohol intake Maintain a normal body weight Text Continues Below People over 50 should have a colonoscopy screening, which makes earlier diagnosis and treatment possible. This may reduce the odds of developing colon cancer, or at least helps catch it in its most treatable stage. Colonoscopy prevents colon cancer by removing polyps before they can become cancer.

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