Internal MedicineGastroenterology
Rectal polyp
Rectal polyp
Disease overview
Rectal polyps are abnormal growths of tissue that protrude from the surface of the rectal mucosa into the intestinal lumen. Most are asymptomatic, but some may cause symptoms such as bloody stools, pr...
Detailed description
Rectal polyps are abnormal growths of tissue that protrude from the surface of the rectal mucosa into the intestinal lumen. Most are asymptomatic, but some may cause symptoms such as bloody stools, prolapse, abdominal pain, or diarrhea.
Disease information
Disease name
Rectal polyp
English name
Rectal polyp
Category
Internal Medicine
Subcategory
Gastroenterology
Related departments
Gastroenterology
Anorectal
General Surgery
Gastrointestinal Surgery
Pediatric Surgery
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