Benign flat polyp at appendiceal opening.

I had a routine colonoscopy last July, and I also had a flat polyp at the cecum adjacent to the appendiceal opening. I feel fortunate that the surgeon doing the colonoscopy found it, as it was small and in an unusual location. It couldn't be removed, but he sent a biopsy, and it was cancer. He and I were both very surprised with the pathology. I sincerely hope that is not your case, but I did have a colon resection two weeks ago, and it went very well, with a wonderful surgeon who specializes in this. It was laparoscopic, and he took the appendix and 10 inches of colon. I'm back at work part time and doing great. It is truly amazing and miraculous what they can do with small incisions. I'm wishing you the very best.

Thank you for your response. So glad things are going well for you.
My polpy was not cancer but my doctor said that could change. He had never seen a polyp at that location before and he has been doing colonoscopy's for a very long time. In fact he is retiring in December. On line information says most polyps at this location are found during an autopsy.
Have an appointment for another opinion then an appointment with the surgeon.
Again thanks for sharing.

Do it!! Take care of yourself!!!

Having my 47mm flat polyp removed in the lower sigmoid next month. I did have rectal bleeding but it has subsided. I’m really worried.

Know it's hard not to worry
But most flat polyps are not found until and autopsy.
So think I was lucky and you were too.
My gastro doctor was not familiar with flat polyps at the appendix. But I know there are doctors at Mayo who are familiar.
Hope all goes well for you.

Thank you for your support

@michele521, I agree with @carol32605. It's hard not to worry. I had a flat pre-cancerous polyp removed during a colonoscopy under sedation. That was all that was needed and I continue to be monitored every few years. Colorectal cancer grows very slowly. A flat polyp may be pre-cancerous and if removed, you'll have stopped cancer in its tracks. If it is more than a polyp, then you've caught it early and it is treatable.

Deep breath. I know the waiting is hard. How are you doing?

Your message makes me feel better. Thank you for responding.

I think we should look at the issue of finding a flat polyp as a good thing. Know it's difficult but if our flat polyps were not found then who knows what could be the outcome down the road.
Michele521 please keep us posted.

Any update, @michele521?