Q: What doctor should I consult?
A: A surgeon or a gastroenterologist can manage colon polyps. Further references are decided by him as and when required (in the case of a cancer, for example, the service of an Oncologist is required).
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Q: Do colon polyps recur even after complete removal?
A: Yes they can.
Q: What does the future hold for prevention of colon polyps?
A: Attempts to develop a radiologic colonoscopic test for screening and surveillance of polyps are going on. Authentic results are awaited.
Q: What about genetic counselling?
A: As already mentioned in the article, colon polyps can run in families. Hence an incident of colon polyps calls in for genetic counselling.
