Uterine polyp

Any mass growing on the cervix, cervical canal or attached by a thin stalk to the uterine wall is clinically called a uterine polyp; an intrauterine polypoid mass may be a fibroid (submucosal pedunculated fibroid). Endometrial polyps are focal endometrial overgrowth, common, projecting into the cavity as smooth fleshy masses with varying stalk length; longer ones may protrude outside the external os. Small polyps are asymptomatic; those protruding outside the cervix may cause postcoital bleeding. Long-stalk polyps can be removed hysteroscopically.

Common Symptoms

Abnormal bleeding

Causes

Endometrial overgrowth forming a focal mass.

Treatment

Hysteroscopic polypectomy

Prevention

Regular screening.

Recommended Department

It is recommended to visit the gynecology department; before the visit you may first book an appointment and connect with experts through this platform.

Warm reminder: The above information is provided for health education reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek care at a regular hospital in time.