Do I need another colonoscopy if the colon polyps were benign?

I had a colonoscopy and a mass was found, it was biopsied and found to be benign. My doctor wants another colonoscopy and a CT scan of the pelvis and abdomen. I am wondering if this is necessary wince it was biopsied and found to be benign?

Doctors Answers (2)

David Pound, M.D.

Answered on: 5/15/2012

There are several reasons why additional testing may be desired. Depending on the type of polyp the follow up can be as early as 3 months. Please follow up as directed by you gastroenterologist.