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I have 30 polyps with 2 being pre cancerous: Why?

Colorectal Cancer | Last Active: Dec 21, 2025 | Replies (11)

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With this many polyps, it is highly likely that you have a genetic polyposis. In my case, I have MAP (Mutyh-associated polyposis). It's recessive and MAP is very rare. There is no one else in my family history that has it. Please ask your doc to to order genetic testing. (I had mine thru Quest 66 gene cancer panel). Having annual colonoscopies (since my 30s); I'm now in my late 60s) saved my life and my doc knows to monitor other areas as it can cause a higher risk of other cancers. Two years ago, I had a total colectomy with ileo-rectal anastomosis (TC-IRA) All told, I had over 150 polyps removed.
3 years is too long to wait for another scope, in my opinion... I'd be happy to answer questions if you message me.

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@bevjoy ty I have written to my GI today, through the patient portal requesting a sooner appointment and further testing if that doesn't get me anywhere I will try another office . This just came on out of the blue I was ok untill I hit my 50 I am 57 now ...I'm sorry for you ,I don't know how I would react if this happens to me...all I know is I would like some answers