Polyp not removed

[Jumka1]

Hello everybody newbie here. Just wanted some advice . I had coloscopy in 2023 and .the one oolyp I had was not removed. I was not given follow up and lost discharge notes . How can I get my notes fir this procedure and what would the circumstances be for not removing polyp. Thank you in advance. I live in uk .Amber

[GCCA-Survivor Administrator]

Hi Jumka1,,

Thanks for posting with us. I really hate to hear you are having to go through this. So many things here shouldn’t be happening. Navigating the NHS is not an uncommon issue in this group or on this site. I hope others will chime in with some first hand knowledge on how to give you some direction.

First, I gotta believe the discharge notes are on record in a digital format that should be available to you. I’m in the US and my records are ALL on “MyChart”. I have access to test results before I even speak with my doctor.

The polyp … great question about why wouldn’t it be removed? Perhaps your colonoscopy was done with a scope that doesn’t have the ability to remove a polyp? I would also hope the Gastroenterologist took a biopsy? Maybe you’re waiting on histology? I can only speculate as you are having to do.

Is there a family history of cancer in your family? That would be a good reason to remove the polyp. BTW … what were the reasons for you getting the colonoscopy? Were there symptoms presenting themselves?

We do wish you the best. I know I’m just speculating about things the same as you are having to do. I do hope others can give some insight on getting your discharge directives.

Don’t let it go. You have to advocate for yourself.👍💪❤️❤️

Tomorrow

[GCCA-Survivor Administrator]

Hi Jumka1,

Have you been able to get some of the information you’re looking for?