Unraveling the Challenge of Removing Flat Polyps: Insights from Medical Experts
Flat polyps, which are harder to remove, may require surgery if they show severe dysplasia close to becoming cancer. However, if the pathology is less concerning, a follow-up colonoscopy in six to 12 months may be reasonable. As for the pneumonia vaccine, a reaction to the previous vaccine 15 years ago should not deter a healthy individual from getting the recommended pneumonia vaccine, which is the PVC20 (Prevnar). The benefit outweighs the risk, especially considering the individual's family history with pneumonia.