Overview

Most stomach polyps are discovered during an upper endoscopy (EGD) exam. The gastroenterologist or surgeon conducting the exam will take tissue samples (biopsy) or remove the polyps (polypectomy) for further study. A pathologist will examine them to identify the type and whether they’re cancerous.

What do polyps in the stomach indicate?

Different types of polyps can mean different things. Depending on what they find, your healthcare provider might suggest following up with additional tests to check for different related conditions. For example, they might want to test for H. pylori infection or other chronic inflammatory conditions.

The size and number of your polyps also matter. If you have many, your provider might suggest genetic testing for hereditary syndromes. If you test positive for a syndrome, they’ll often need to look for other polyps in other places. If they find precancerous polyps, they may want to look in your stomach again.

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Complications

Blood clots are a dangerous complication of atrial fibrillation (AFib). Blood clots can lead to stroke.
The risk of stroke from AFib increases as you grow older. Other health conditions also may increase the risk of a stroke due to AFib. These conditions include:
  • High blood pressure.
  • Diabetes.
  • Heart failure.
  • Some types of heart valve disease.
Blood thinners are commonly prescribed to prevent blood clots and strokes in people with atrial fibrillation.

Prevention

Healthy lifestyle choices can reduce the risk of heart disease and may prevent atrial fibrillation (AFib). Here are some basic heart-healthy tips:
  • Control high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes.
  • Don't smoke or use tobacco.
  • Eat a diet that's low in salt and saturated fat.
  • Exercise at least 30 minutes a day on most days of the week unless your health care team says not to.
  • Get good sleep. Adults should aim for 7 to 9 hours daily.
  • Maintain a healthy weight.
  • Reduce and manage stress.


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