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What Casues Blood At The Site Of Polyp Removal?
Question: On 1/23/14 I had a colonoscopy and a benign polyp was removed. Doctor told me to use fiber supplements 2 times a day (which I really haven't )
For about a month or so every once in awhile I've noticed a little blood after I wipe
Could this be from where the polyp was removed and is still healing?
For about a month or so every once in awhile I've noticed a little blood after I wipe
Could this be from where the polyp was removed and is still healing?
Brief Answer:
yes, this is the likely cause
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
The blood is likely related to residual inflammation at the site of polyp removal which may not be completely healed.
The colonoscopy would have ruled out any dangerous lesions along the length of the colon.
If there is any history of straining with defecation, this would also contribute to the blood that you are noticing.
The use of a high fiber diet has been shown in medical studies to reduce the risk of developing colonic cancer. It is difficult sometimes to get sufficient daily fiber via normal diet, this is the reason for the fiber supplement suggestion.
It would ensure that you are getting enough.
Summary: bleeding related to polyp removal site, if there is any straining, this would also contribute.
yes, this is the likely cause
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
The blood is likely related to residual inflammation at the site of polyp removal which may not be completely healed.
The colonoscopy would have ruled out any dangerous lesions along the length of the colon.
If there is any history of straining with defecation, this would also contribute to the blood that you are noticing.
The use of a high fiber diet has been shown in medical studies to reduce the risk of developing colonic cancer. It is difficult sometimes to get sufficient daily fiber via normal diet, this is the reason for the fiber supplement suggestion.
It would ensure that you are getting enough.
Summary: bleeding related to polyp removal site, if there is any straining, this would also contribute.
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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