Symptoms of endometrial hyperplasia polyps

Written by Xu Xiao Ming
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Updated on March 17, 2025
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If endometrial hyperplasia and polyps are present, there may be an increase in menstrual flow and an extension of the menstrual cycle. This is because if many polyps grow on the endometrium, it will increase the surface area of the endometrium, leading to increased menstrual bleeding. Therefore, it is recommended that such patients should go to the hospital in time for examination and treatment. If there are many polyps affecting daily life and reproductive function, a hysteroscopic examination is necessary. Under hysteroscopy, endometrial polyps can also be removed. Therefore, it is advised to seek medical examination as soon as possible.

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Can you get pregnant with endometrial polyps?

Endometrial polyps can affect pregnancy, but it does not mean that conception is impossible. Rather, it means that the chances of becoming pregnant may decrease. Endometrial polyps can affect the lining of the uterus and thereby hinder the implantation of a fertilized egg after the sperm and egg have combined. Even if fertilization and implantation occur in the uterus, miscarriage is more likely to happen. Therefore, when endometrial polyps occur, treatment can be administered based on the size and extent of the polyps. If the condition is mild with few and small polyps that do not affect pregnancy, conception is still possible.

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Can endometrial polyps be cured?

Women with endometrial polyps can be completely cured. First, endometrial polyps are benign lesions, which may be due to abnormally high levels of estrogen in women, leading to proliferative lesions. It is possible to completely remove the polyps through hysteroscopic endometrial polyp electrocision surgery. However, after surgery, some women may experience recurrence. To prevent this, periodic oral progestogen medication can also be administered to prevent recurrence. Some women may have endometrial inflammation, leading to the recurrence of endometrial polyps. In this case, broad-spectrum antibiotics can be used for anti-inflammatory treatment to prevent recurrence. (The use of drugs should be carried out under the guidance of a professional doctor.)

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Endometrial polyps in unmarried women, what to do?

What to do about endometrial polyps if unmarried? If endometrial polyps are discovered, the first thing to determine is whether they need to be treated. If your polyps are small and do not affect you, causing no issues like abnormal menstruation, then regular ultrasound rechecks are sufficient. However, if there are numerous or large polyps, or if they cause persistent abnormal menstrual bleeding, treatment is recommended. The primary treatment method would be endometrial polyp removal via hysteroscopy. Of course, if you really prefer not to have surgery, conservative treatment and observation for a couple of months could be considered first. If medication is ineffective, surgery might be necessary. With hysteroscopic surgery, instruments are inserted through the opening of your hymen, directly into the cervix to view and remove the polyps, which can be done without damaging the hymen or affecting you.

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Can endometrial polyps cause bleeding?

Endometrial polyps can cause irregular vaginal bleeding, which can manifest as non-menstrual vaginal bleeding or menstrual vaginal bleeding, leading to prolonged menstrual periods and incomplete menstrual discharge. These conditions are generally caused by endometrial polyps. Generally, if endometrial polyps occur, it is recommended that patients undergo a hysteroscopic examination to assess the number and size of polyps. If necessary, surgical removal under hysteroscopy is required.

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Do uterine polyps require surgery?

Endometrial polyps are caused by excessive growth of the endometrial lining, and can be single or multiple, with diameters ranging from a few millimeters to several centimeters. They can be pedunculated or sessile. Endometrial polyps smaller than one centimeter in diameter, if asymptomatic, have a natural resolution rate of about 27% within a year and a low rate of malignancy. If the polyp is large, greater than one centimeter, it requires hysteroscopic endometrial polypectomy or curettage. However, curettage has disadvantages, as it can easily miss polyps, and there is a high chance of recurrence after the surgery. Therefore, once an endometrial polyp larger than one centimeter is identified, it is advisable to promptly visit a hospital for examination and treatment. Postoperative treatment should be guided based on the pathological findings.