Colon polyps are growths on the inside lining of your colon. Polyps are tumors that grow out of the mucous lining inside your hollow organs. Colon polyps are common, and many are harmless. But some types can grow into cancer if they aren’t removed. This is why healthcare providers look for polyps in your colon during a colonoscopy. While polyps aren’t cancer, almost all colorectal cancer starts from a polyp. Most colon polyps, and many colorectal cancers, won’t cause any symptoms. This is why sc

3.9K views · 141 reactions | Colon polyps are the small, non-cancerous growths that form on the colon's lining, and according to the National Institutes of Health, between 15 to 40 percent of adults may have them. These are a few of the questions you should ask your doctor after your next colonoscopy, says Dr. Antonio Caycedo, who leads the colorectal surgery team at Orlando Health Colon and Rectal Institute. #ColonCancer #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth | Orlando Health | Facebook