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FAP is an inherited condition which
mainly affects the large intestine (also known as the
large bowel or colon and rectum). People with FAP develop
many polyps (which are like small cherries on stalks)
inside their large bowel. There are many different types
of polyps but these particular polyps are called adenomas
(the "adenomatous" in FAP). An adenoma can
in time turn into a cancer which is why it is so important
to make sure anyone at risk of inheriting FAP is examined.
FAP
is a serious condition unless detected early when it
can be treated.
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