Main mistakes in nutrition that can quickly lead to cancer

Doctors sound the alarm: simple rules can save from malignant polyps, but many ignore them. Sufficient water intake, limiting red meat, and daily consumption of fiber are key recommendations from specialists. However, as noted by proctologist, oncologist, and surgeon Elena Smirnova in her Telegram channel, most patients neglect these vital measures.

Intestinal polyps occur as a result of mutations in the cells of the mucous membrane. In a normal state, the mucosa constantly renews itself, but inflammatory processes disrupt this mechanism - which leads to the appearance of pathological formations. They can only be detected through colonoscopy. According to Smirnova, a qualified endoscopist can determine a lot just by the appearance of the polyp, but the final verdict is made exclusively after conducting a histological examination.

When dysplasia (precancerous tissue change) is detected, the polyp must be removed immediately. "Polyps with high dysplasia can develop into cancer in a matter of months," warns endoscopist Alina Sankovskaya. Bleeding and large pedunculated formations also require immediate removal, while small hyperplastic polyps only require dynamic observation.

The frequency of repeat colonoscopies directly depends on the diagnosis: annual examinations are necessary in the presence of dysplasia, once every three years - for adenomas without dysplasia. The doctor develops an individual monitoring schedule for each patient.

"The first examination is recommended at age 40, and with a family predisposition - even earlier," emphasized Elena Smirnova.