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Results 1 - 10 of 82 for Polyp
  1. Colorectal polyps 
    A colorectal polyp is a growth on the lining of the colon or rectum.
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000266.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. Endometrial polyps 
    ... womb (uterus). Overgrowth of this lining can create polyps. Polyps are fingerlike growths that attach to the wall ... ball. There may be just one or many polyps.
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/007636.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. Cervical polyps 
    Cervical polyps are fingerlike growths on the lower part of the uterus that connects with the vagina ( cervix ). ... The exact cause of cervical polyps is not known. They may occur with: ... of the female hormone estrogen Chronic inflammation Clogged ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001494.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  4. Polyp biopsy 
    A polyp biopsy is a test that takes a sample of, or removes polyps (abnormal growths) for examination. ... Polyps are growths of tissue that may be attached by a stalk-like structure (a pedicle ). Polyps ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003415.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  5. Aural polyps 
    An aural polyp is a growth in the outside (external) ear canal or middle ear. It may be attached to the ... Aural polyps may be caused by: Cholesteatoma Foreign object Inflammation Tumor
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001638.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  6. Nasal polyps 
    Nasal polyps are soft, sac-like growths on the lining of the nose or sinuses. ... Nasal polyps can grow anywhere on the lining of the nose or the sinuses. They often grow where the ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001641.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  7. Colonoscopy 
    ... is being pulled back. Tissue samples ( biopsy ) or polyps may be removed using tiny tools inserted through ... in bowel movements, or weight loss Abnormal changes (polyps) found on sigmoidoscopy or x-ray tests ( CT ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003886.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  8. Sigmoidoscopy 
    ... scope. Heat (electrocautery) may be used to remove polyps if your colon has been properly prepared for ... or x-rays Screen for colorectal cancer or polyps Take a biopsy of a growth All adults ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003885.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  9. Anoscopy 
    ... tear in the lining of the anus) Anal polyps (growth on the lining of the anus) Foreign ... and tone. There is no sign of: Bleeding Polyps Hemorrhoids Other abnormal tissue
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003890.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  10. Rectal biopsy 
    ... shape. There should be no evidence of: Bleeding Polyps (growth on the lining of the anus) Hemorrhoids ( ... the area of the anus and rectum) Colorectal polyps Infection Inflammation Tumors Amyloidosis Crohn disease (inflammation of ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003891.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
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