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How long does it take to heal after colon polyp removal?

I will have colon polyp removal. How long does it take to heal after colon polyp removal?

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Typically it takes up to 1-2 weeks unless you have any congenital conditions that cause prolonged bleeding.
Up to 12 weeks.
Are you having surgery to remove the polyp or having an endoscopic resection? The former requires a few days to a week of recovery and the latter requires no recovery.