Should I be worried about a uterine polyp?
ANSWER: It is rare for uterine polyps to be cancerous. If they aren’t causing problems, monitoring the polyps over time is a reasonable approach. If you develop symptoms, such as abnormal bleeding, however, then the polyps should be removed and evaluated to confirm that there is no evidence of cancer.
How do they remove polyps from uterus?
For uterine polyps, your doctor might recommend:
- Watchful waiting. Small polyps without symptoms might resolve on their own.
- Medication. Certain hormonal medications, including progestins and gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonists, may lessen symptoms of the polyp.
- Surgical removal.
Do uterine polyps go away on their own?
Small uterine polyps can go away on their own without treatment (2, 7). If they do become problematic, there are a few different options treating existing polyps, and for preventing their future formation. Medications: Hormonal medications are sometimes prescribed to treat the symptoms of uterine polyps.
When should a uterine polyp be removed?
If you’re menstruating, let your doctor know the date of your last period. A uterine polyp removal procedure is normally scheduled after menstrual bleeding has stopped and before you begin ovulation. This is about 1 to 10 days after your period.
Do uterine polyps hurt?
Typically, polyps grow to be a few millimeters to a few centimeters. Pedunculated polyps are more common than sessile and can protrude from the uterus into the vagina. Women will typically only feel pain from uterine polyps when this happens.
Do polyps in the uterus need to be removed?
However, polyps should be treated if they cause heavy bleeding during menstrual periods, or if they are suspected to be precancerous or cancerous. They should be removed if they cause problems during pregnancy, such as a miscarriage, or result in infertility in women who want to become pregnant.
How long does it take to heal after uterine polyp removal?
Most women feel better within the first week following surgery; however, do not lift, push or pull any heavy objects for a couple of weeks. Do not resume sexual intercourse or douche until your doctor says it is OK. Full recovery takes about two weeks to allow for internal healing.
How long is uterine polyp surgery?
It’s inserted through the vagina into the uterus after dilating the cervix and projects images of the uterus onto a monitor. Small instruments are inserted through the hysteroscope to remove each polyp. The procedure typically takes less than an hour and does not require an overnight hospital stay.
Do polyps in uterus need to be removed?
Should you have uterine polyps removed?
What happens when you have polyps removed from uterus?
You may have increased cramping and vaginal bleeding for a day or two after the procedure. You may experience gas pains for about a day or so due to gas administered during the procedure. This may extend into your upper abdomen and shoulder.
What happens if you don’t remove uterine polyps?
Uterine polyps, once removed, can recur. It’s possible that you might need to undergo treatment more than once if you experience recurring uterine polyps. If the polyps are found to contain precancerous or cancerous cells, hysterectomy (removal of the uterus) may become necessary.
