How is cervical polyp surgery performed?

Written by Yan Qiao
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Updated on September 02, 2024
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Cervical polyp removal surgery is a very common minor procedure in gynecology. This surgery involves minimal trauma, short operation time, and quick postoperative recovery. Generally, we conduct this surgery in the minor operation room of the gynecological outpatient clinic, and it does not require hospitalization; patients can go home right after the removal. During the procedure, we can use a biopsy forceps or a small curved forceps to directly clamp the pedicle of the polyp and remove it. Ideally, the procedure should be done under a colposcope. When using a colposcope, applying acetic acid or Lugol's solution helps in observing the appearance of the cervical polyp, facilitating differentiation from other conditions, such as Nabothian cysts which can easily be confused with cervical polyps.

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Can you drink honey if you have cervical polyps?

The main cause of cervical polyps is inflammatory stimulation, and there is no connection between this inflammatory stimulation (caused by cervical vaginitis) and drinking honey. Therefore, if a patient has cervical polyps, they can drink honey. Drinking honey not only maintains gastrointestinal lubrication, facilitating bowel movement and preventing constipation, but it also has beauty and health benefits. Hence, it is recommended for patients with cervical polyps to drink honey water. Additionally, if further diagnosis and treatment are necessary for cervical polyps, it is advised to visit the gynecology outpatient clinic of a local hospital. If necessary, a cervical polyp removal surgery may be required to completely remove the cervical polyp.

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Can cervical polyps be detected during a gynecological examination?

Cervical polyps are generally detected through a gynecological internal examination or colposcopy, and this diagnosis is not difficult. Once cervical polyps are detected, they are usually removed 3 to 7 days after the menstrual cycle has ended. The removed polyps are then examined pathologically, and postoperative anti-inflammatory symptomatic treatment is sufficient. The vast majority of cervical polyps are benign, with a very low likelihood of becoming malignant, so patients with cervical polyps need not worry. If one wishes to know whether they have cervical polyps, they can undergo a gynecological internal examination and a colposcopic examination at the hospital; both tests can detect cervical polyps.

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Is cervical polyp surgery painful?

Is cervical polyp surgery painful? The answer is not certain, as many minimally invasive techniques are now used, and some very effective anesthetics are applied, so the pain from cervical polyp surgery is not significant. When conducting hysteroscopic surgery or gynecological color ultrasound, if cervical polyps are found, they are generally removed through minimally invasive methods using a hysteroscope. The main purpose of this is to make a definitive pathological diagnosis of the polyp, which can help in early screening for many cervical diseases, such as cervical cancer.

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the chances of cervical polyps becoming cancerous

Cervical polyps rarely become malignant; they are a form of chronic cervicitis. Cervical polyps originate from the glandular bodies and stroma of the cervical canal, appearing as localized hyperplasia that protrudes outwards from the cervical os, typically either singly or in multiple occurrences. Some individuals may experience bleeding after sexual intercourse and discover cervical polyps upon timely medical examination. Once cervical polyps are detected, preoperative cancer screening of the cervix is necessary, including testing for human papillomavirus infections and liquid-based cytology of the cervix. If there are no pathological changes, it is appropriate to promptly perform electrosurgical removal of the cervical polyp, followed by further pathological examinations post-surgery. Generally, it is advised to avoid getting cold and to maintain cleanliness of the external genitalia.

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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.