Is cervical polyp not very serious?

Written by Shen Li Wen
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Updated on January 02, 2025
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In most cases, cervical polyps in women are benign lesions of the cervix caused by chronic inflammation. If the polyp is small, typically the clinical symptoms are not severe, or there may even be no symptoms at all. Some women might experience a small amount of vaginal bleeding or blood-streaked discharge after intercourse or a gynecological examination. When the size of the cervical polyp increases, the clinical manifestations can be more severe, such as bloody discharge or bleeding after intercourse. In very rare cases, regardless of the size, cervical polyps may be cancerous. In such cases, it is necessary to remove them promptly and perform a histopathological examination to determine whether the lesion is benign or malignant.

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How many days will it take to recover from the removal of a cervical polyp?

The removal of cervical polyps is a minor surgery that is short in duration and causes minimal damage. After the surgery, the patient may experience a small amount of vaginal bleeding, but the bleeding is minor and short-lived. Generally, recovery from cervical polyp removal surgery takes about three to five days. However, it is important to note that if the patient has concurrent conditions such as cervicitis or vaginitis, these inflammatory conditions can cause poor healing of the surgical site of the cervical polyp. Therefore, if a patient experiences recurrent vaginal bleeding after the surgery, it is recommended to consult a local hospital for a follow-up.

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Do cervical polyps easily become cancerous?

The majority of cervical polyps are formed due to chronic inflammation, and the chance of malignant transformation in cervical polyps is very rare, generally showing no tendency towards malignancy. It is common to remove cervical polyps and then perform a pathology test again. If the pathology results show no issues, usually there are no significant problems. If one wants to check for cervical cancer and its precursors, it is usual to visit a hospital for cervical cancer screening, which includes a TCT (ThinPrep Cytologic Test) and HPV (Human Papillomavirus) testing. These two tests can preliminarily screen for cervical cancer and precancerous conditions. The likelihood of cervical polyps becoming cancerous is low, and generally, polyp removal surgery can be done between three to seven days after menstruation ends when conditions are clean.

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Can you have sexual intercourse with cervical polyps?

Patients with cervical polyps can easily experience bleeding during sexual intercourse. Therefore, if cervical polyps are present, the first step should be their removal. If bleeding during sexual intercourse persists after the removal, it is essential to undergo precancerous cervical screening. This is because contact bleeding during intercourse can occur if there are precancerous lesions in the cervix, and timely treatment is necessary. Precancerous cervical screening, which includes HPV and TCT tests, is a mandatory examination for women over the age of 30, allowing for the early detection of precancerous cervical changes and cervical cancer.

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What should you pay attention to after the removal of a cervical polyp?

After undergoing cervical polyp removal surgery, women should first pay attention to the cleanliness of the perineum. It is advisable to abstain from sexual activity, tub baths, and swimming for a month to avoid causing infection of the surgical site. Additionally, it is important to observe the condition of vaginal discharge, such as the amount of vaginal bleeding, its duration, and whether there are any abnormal secretions. One month after the cervical polyp removal surgery, it is necessary to visit the hospital for a follow-up to check the healing of the surgical site. Since cervical polyps can recur easily, further check-ups should be conducted within six months to a year to monitor if there are any signs of recurrence of the cervical polyps.

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How long does it take to recover from cervical polyp removal surgery?

Cervical polyp removal varies depending on the size and location of the polyp. Recovery also varies accordingly. For small external cervical polyps, routine polypectomy is commonly performed, allowing patients to recover shortly after surgery, generally without any discomfort within two to three days. However, for larger cervical polyps, especially endocervical polyps that require removal, the surgery must be completed under hysteroscopic electrocautery. Recovery from this type of surgery generally takes about a week. Regardless of the type, regular follow-up exams are necessary after removing cervical polyps to rule out the possibility of recurrence.