Do cervical polyps fall off on their own?

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The article was professionally consulted by Specialist Doctor I Le Thi Phuong - Obstetrician and Gynecologist - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Vinmec Ha Long International Hospital
Cervical polyps are a gynecological disease that can affect a woman's ability to conceive naturally. However, many women still do not know and understand about this disease, leading to an increasing rate of infertility - infertility.

1. What are cervical polyps?

The cervix is ​​the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. Uterine polyps are small tumors that develop on the cervix. Cervical polyps are usually bright red, pink, or grayish-white. Tumors are often of different sizes. Cervical polyps are usually benign. Most polyps are small and range in size from 1-2cm. Some rare cancers often have similar symptoms to polyps, so when you have cervical polyps, you need to be checked and diagnosed early to have the right treatment.
The cause of cervical polyps is not clear, but most of the beginning is related to vaginal - cervical infection. This is also possible as a result of an abnormal reaction occurring to the female hormone estrogen.
Small polyps will make it difficult for sperm and egg to have a chance to meet. Larger polyps will cause cervical obstruction, causing the cervix to be sealed, seriously affecting women's health. If you have cervical polyps, your chances of conceiving are reduced. In addition, cervical polyps are also the cause of some diseases such as polycystic ovary syndrome, endometriosis... Although rare, some cervical polyps can progress to Cervical cancer if they are not detected and treated in time.

2. Signs of cervical polyp

Cervical polyps often have a silent course, with no obvious symptoms, so most people with the disease are discovered when it is at a late stage. The most obvious symptom is abnormal vaginal bleeding.
Here are some symptoms of cervical polyps:
Irregular menstrual cycles, heavy bleeding and prolonged menstrual periods Abnormal vaginal discharge with a lot of mucus and a fishy odor Abdominal pain less than menstrual period Bleeding after sex Bleeding after douching Vaginal dysuria, urgency, frequent urination but little and prolonged vaginal bleeding after menopause Cervical cancer also has other symptoms. symptoms as above. Therefore, when the body appears abnormal symptoms, you need to immediately go to a medical facility for an accurate examination and diagnosis.

3. Do cervical polyps fall off on their own?

Cervical polyps cannot fall off on their own. They are only removed by medical techniques. However, removal of cervical polyps must also be considered. If cervical polyps cause discomfort, then removal is performed.
For cases of cervical polyps with small size, no bleeding, doctors will do tests to screen for cervical cancer. colposcopy, if the condition is normal, the doctor will perform polyp twisting.
Currently there is no specific drug to destroy polyps. Therefore, the patient will be treated with antibiotics if the polyp is caused by a vaginal infection.
Several methods of treating cervical polyps, including:
Twisting cervical polyps; Tie the thread around the base of the polyp and remove it; Remove polyps with clamps; Removal of polyp legs by cauterization, laser beam. If the cervical polyp is too large, the doctor may appoint a procedure to open the cervical canal to cut the polyp and burn the leg, then stitch to restore the cervix. If cervical polyps are malignant, treatment will depend on the type and stage of the disease.
Cervical polyps may recur after a period of treatment because of chronic inflammation or the root of polyps growing deep in the uterus has not been completely removed. Conception in women can be affected by cervical polyps, so women of childbearing age need to have regular medical exams. Should go to a medical facility for a timely examination and diagnosis if suspicious signs are detected.
In order to help customers detect and treat gynecological diseases early, Vinmec International General Hospital has a Basic Gynecological Examination and Screening Package, helping customers detect early infectious diseases and help treat easy, inexpensive. Screening detects gynecological cancer (cervical cancer) early even when there are no symptoms.
Basic gynecological examination and screening package for female customers, has no age limit and may have the following symptoms:
Abnormal vaginal bleeding Having menstrual problems: irregular menstrual cycle, irregular menstrual cycle Irregular vaginal discharge (smell, different color) Vaginal pain and itching Female clients have several risk factors such as poor personal hygiene, Unsafe sex, abortion,... Female customers have other symptoms such as: Abnormal vaginal discharge, itching, pain in the private area, abnormal vaginal bleeding.

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