What department should I register for cervical polyps?

Written by Sun Shan Shan
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Updated on March 04, 2025
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Cervical polyps are a type of gynecological disease and a form of chronic cervicitis. It requires registration for a gynecological examination. Cervical polyps are localized hyperplasia of the cervical canal glands and stroma, protruding outward from the cervical os to form polyps. Cervical polyps are typically multiple but can also be singular. They are red, soft, and fragile, appearing snake-like, and may have a pedicle, whose width varies. The base can be attached to the external or internal os of the cervix. Therefore, once cervical polyps are discovered, it is necessary to promptly visit a hospital for examination and, if necessary, surgical treatment. A cervical cancer screening examination is required before surgery.

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Does cervical polyp removal hurt?

Cervical polyp removal surgery will not cause significant pain; however, some discomfort may arise, typically due to the use of a vaginal speculum, which feels similar to the discomfort experienced during regular examinations. The cervix itself does not have pain receptors, so there is no pain felt during cervical examinations and treatments. If there are cervical polyps, the surgery can be scheduled for three to seven days after menstruation has ended, as this timing allows for a longer interval before the next bleeding occurs, which is relatively safer and minimizes the risk of infection.

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Does cervical polyp surgery require anesthesia?

Cervical polyp removal surgery generally does not require anesthesia, partly because the stalk of the cervical polyp is usually quite thin, making it easy to cut off during removal. Another reason is that the nerve distribution in the cervical area is not as rich, so the cervical tissues are less sensitive to pain compared to other areas. Therefore, the cervical polyp removal surgery does not cause significant pulling reactions on the cervix, which is why general anesthesia is generally not needed.

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Can I eat donkey-hide gelatin with cervical polyps?

Patients with cervical polyps can consume donkey-hide gelatin (Ejiao). The formation of polyps is generally due to chronic inflammation that stimulates the occurrence of cervical polyps, and the treatment usually involves the removal of the cervical polyps. The cause of formation is not related to the consumption of Ejiao. The function of Ejiao is to nourish the blood, stop bleeding, and regulate menstruation. If the condition is due to deficiency of Qi and blood, patients can consume Ejiao. Cervical polyps are generally caused by chronic inflammation, and there is no conflict with consuming Ejiao. If patients with cervical polyps also suffer from deficiency of Qi and blood, and irregular menstruation, they can consume Ejiao, as Ejiao does not affect the polyps.

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Can cervical polyps affect fertility?

It is generally found that cervical polyps do not affect fertility, only endometrial polyps beneath the mucous membrane affect fertility. If a simple cervical polyp is found, it can be removed through a polypectomy, and treating inflammation symptomatically after the surgery is usually sufficient. Cervical polyps generally do not affect fertility, but those located beneath the mucous membrane do because they can disrupt the implantation of a fertilized egg in the uterine cavity by implanting at the site of the polyp, affecting embryonic blood circulation, which can lead to biochemical pregnancy or threatened miscarriage. Therefore, if endometrial polyps affect fertility, it is clear that cervical polyps do not. The treatment for cervical polyps is also quite simple and can generally be handled in the outpatient department of a hospital.

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Can you get pregnant with cervical polyps?

Cervical polyps generally form when a local area of cervical mucosa is stimulated by inflammation, leading to localized proliferation and the emergence of a solid tumor mass, which protrudes as a pedunculated lesion of varying sizes, from as small as a grain of rice to even three to four centimeters in length. However, it is usually possible to consider pregnancy after removal of the polyp, typically two weeks later, or after the next menstrual period, as it does not affect the ability to conceive. Moreover, it is generally advisable to remove the polyps upon discovery, since if not removed, they may cause recurring bleeding during pregnancy, which can complicate the monitoring of the pregnancy. However, cervical polyps are usually benign, with a low likelihood of being malignant. Thus, whether cervical polyps are detected through symptoms or during a physical examination, it is generally recommended to remove them first before considering pregnancy, although cervical polyps themselves do not impact fertility.