Are Colonoscopies Painful
Health Encyclopedia: Colorectal Polyps
Intestinal polyps; Polyps - colorectal
Symptoms
There are usually no symptoms. However, the following symptoms may occur:
- Rectal bleeding
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Bloody stools - Fatigue associated with anemia
- Abdominal pain (rare)
Signs and tests
A rectal examination may reveal a polyp that can be felt by the physician. However, the physical exam is usually normal.
Tests that show polyps:
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Sigmoidoscopy
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