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The speaker is a doctor who explains what polyps are, how they are diagnosed and classified, and what are the risk factors and prevention strategies for developing them. He emphasizes that polyps can be precursors of bowel cancer, which is very common and dangerous. He also recommends the Mediterranean diet, physical activity, water intake, and avoiding cigarettes and stress. He invites the audience to subscribe to his channel, share the video, and join his VIP group.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
- 1. A polyp is an internal lesion of the intestine that can be classified as sessile, pediculate, serrated, carcinoid, adenoma or hyperplastic.
- 2. Every bowel cancer was once a polyp, but not every polyp will turn into cancer.
- 3. Bowel cancer is the second most common cancer in both men and women, and it may surpass prostate and breast cancer in the future.
- 4. Polyps are identified and removed by a procedure called colonoscopy, which involves inserting a video camera into the anus and examining the intestinal mucosa.
- 5. The removed polyps are sent to pathological anatomy to determine their type and grade of dysplasia, which indicates their risk of becoming cancerous.
- 6. Patients who have polyps should repeat the colonoscopy exam after two years, or sooner if they have a high-risk type or grade of polyp.
- 7. The recommended age for starting colonoscopy exams is 45 years old for most patients, or 40 years old for those who have a family history of bowel cancer or intestinal problems.
- 8. The main risk factors for developing polyps are genetics, cigarettes, constipation, diarrhea, stress, dysbiosis, low fiber intake, low water intake, sedentary lifestyle and excess red meat consumption.
- 9. The Mediterranean diet is one of the best diets for maintaining a healthy intestine and preventing polyps and bowel cancer.
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