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Colon Polyps Discharge Instructions

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  • Small polyps located in the end of the colon
  • A polyp that does not often develop into cancer, but it can
  • A polyp that is going to become a cancer or is a cancer

  • You may have had a colon polyp or polyps removed. The doctor found and sent them to the lab to see what type they are. If the polyp was very large, it may have been removed by surgery. ‚  


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    What care is needed at home?


    • Ask your doctor what you need to do when you go home. Make sure you ask questions if you do not understand what the doctor says. This way you will know what you need to do.
    • Do not drive for 24 hours after a colonoscopy.
    • Take your drugs as ordered by your doctor.

    What follow-up care is needed?


    • Your doctor may ask you to make visits to the office to check on your progress. Be sure to keep these visits.
    • Your doctor may suggest you get tested regularly. People with colon polyps need to have a colonoscopy regularly to check for the growth of new polyps.
    • The results of the polyp testing will be given to you at one of these visits.

    What drugs may be needed?


    The doctor may order drugs to: ‚  
    • Prevent hard stools
    • Help with pain
    • Reduce your risk of colon polyps or colon cancer

    Will physical activity be limited?


    You may feel sleepy after the colonoscopy. Go home and rest. ‚  

    What can be done to prevent this health problem?


    • Have regular colonoscopies.
    • Eat foods high in fiber.
    • Eat foods low in fat.
    • Limit your intake of beer, wine, and mixed drinks (alcohol).
    • Ask your doctor or dietitian for a diet that is right for you. Include calcium in your diet. Good sources of calcium include milk, cheese, and yogurt.
    • Follow an exercise plan.
    • Talk to your doctor about taking aspirin.

    When do I need to call the doctor?


    • Signs of infection. These include a fever of 100.4 ‚ °F (38 ‚ °C) or higher, chills.
    • Stomach is swollen or bloated
    • Unexplained weight loss
    • Very bad pain in the stomach
    • Blood in the stool
    • Very bad throwing up or loose stools that prevent you from drinking fluids
    • Not being able to move your bowels

    Teach Back: Helping You Understand


    The Teach Back Method helps you understand the information we are giving you. The idea is simple. After talking with the staff, tell them in your own words what you were just told. This helps to make sure the staff has covered each thing clearly. It also helps to explain things that may have been a bit confusing. Before going home, make sure you are able to do these: ‚  
    • I can tell you about my condition.
    • I can tell you what changes I need to make with my diet.
    • I can tell you what I will do if my stomach is swollen, I have belly pain, or there is blood in my stool.

    Where can I learn more?


    National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse ‚  
    http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/colonpolyps_es/#5 ‚  

    Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer


    This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from your health care provider. This is only a brief summary of general information. It does NOT include all information about conditions, illnesses, injuries, tests, procedures, treatments, therapies, discharge instructions or life-style choices that may apply to you. You must talk with your health care provider for complete information about your health and treatment options. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to accept your health care providers advice, instructions or recommendations. Only your health care provider has the knowledge and training to provide advice that is right for you. ‚  

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