RECTAL POLYPS

     Internal growths within the anus anal are referred to as polyps. An accumulation of cells leads to the formation of polyps.It can grow into cancer if they aren’t removed.The important thing is that it’s found and removed early enough to prevent cancer from starting. 

Types of Anal Polyps:

Adenomatous Polyps:  They have the potential to develop into colorectal cancer if left untreated.

Hyperplastic Polyps: These polyps are typically non-cancerous.

Inflammatory Polyps: Inflammatory polyps are associated with chronic inflammation of the anal or rectal mucosa. They are generally non-cancerous.

Juvenile Polyps: More commonly found in children, juvenile polyps are usually non-cancerous.

Causes and Risk Factors:

Chronic Inflammation:  

Genetic Factors:  There may be a genetic predisposition to developing polyps, especially in individuals with a family history of colorectal polyps or cancer.

Dietary Factors: A diet low in fibre and high in fat may contribute to the development of polyps.

Age and Gender: The risk of developing anal polyps increases with age, and men are more commonly affected than women.

 Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD): Individuals with conditions like ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease may have an increased risk of developing anal polyps.

Symptoms of Anal Polyps:

-Rectal Bleeding 

-Anal Pain or Discomfort 

-Changes in Bowel Habits .

-Mucous Discharge 

-Itching or Irritation  

Diagnosis: Per rectal examination, proctoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy. 

Surgical Removal – Operation for surgical removal is a viable choice for eliminating polyps from the anal canal and send to histopathology.