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Colon Polyps
Who gets polyps?
Anyone can get polyps, but certain people are more likely than others. You may have a greater chance of getting polyps if
you're over 50. The older you get, the more likely you are to develop polyps.
you've had polyps before.
someone in your family has had polyps.
someone in your family has had cancer of the large intestine.
Find out if someone in your family has had polyps.
You may also be more likely to get polyps if you
eat a lot of fatty foods
smoke
drink alcohol
don't exercise
weigh too much
How does the doctor test for polyps?
