If my mom died from colon cancer and I had tubular adenoma polyp less than 3 mm. been removed with colonoscopy... does it necessary to be gene porter I am 45 years old.
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Tubular adenomas are the most common type of polyp and are the ones that doctors refer to most commonly when speaking of colon or rectal polyps. Approximately 70% of polyps removed are of the tubular ... Read More
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Is there any side effects after a coloscopy ?
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Dr. Salim Saab,
Otolaryngology (Ent)
- usually in the routine no problem with colonoscopy
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Hello Dr. Rania.my main worry is that I have chronic right side abdominal pain reflecting to the middle right back and shoulders.did endoscopy colonoscopy echo all well.what can cause it?thanks
Dr. Rania Mousa,
General Medicine
- that may be many causes ,note that any thoracic or abdominal pathology might irritate the right diaphragm will lead to shoulder pain and back pain ,so the problem might be in the chest or the abdomen ... Read More
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Hello Drs. I have right side abdominal pain which reflects to the back. The pain is there almost everyday.ive done abdominal echography ,physical examination,colonoscopy,endoscopy and blood tests.
Dr. Salim Saab,
Otolaryngology (Ent)
- you didnt mention if it is upper or lower quadrant . we must think of cholecystitis appendicitis book an appointment and bring the results
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For the Past couple of weeks, I've had rectal bleeding(red blood on stool) & a discomfort when i press on my right rib cage. Are those two related? I am having no pain at all, no fever & nthg else.
Dr. Karim Farah,
Pulmonology
- the two events are not related. however a rectal bleed should not be taken lightly. you need to check a physician ASAP to examine you and do some studies such as CBC… the rectal bleed can be du... Read More
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I meant colonoscopy. I feel some pain after it whenever I go to the toilet.Is it normal?
Dr. Faek Jamali,
Surgery
- It is very possible that you have suffered a minor injury to the perianal area during the colonoscopy procedure. A simple soothing Over-the-counter cream should be sufficient. In case the pain persist... Read More
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Is Colonoscopy painful? harmful? Details please.
Dr. Ghassan Nawfal,
Surgery
- Done in good hands, colonoscopy is a safe procedure. Some doctors do it under anesthesia while others don't but it should not be painful. Preparation of the colon is usually done the day before b... Read More
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How hereditary is colorectal cancer? And when should someone start getting check-ups if a direct relative suffers from it?
Dr. Fadi Abbas,
Oncology & Hematology
- only 2 to 5% of colorectal cancers are hereditary, and it is usually, well known in those families, as they have many cases at young age . if you have many cases, but at elderly age, (more than 60-70 ... Read More
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