Can cervical polyps disappear on their own?

Written by Liu Jian Wei
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Updated on November 05, 2024
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Under normal circumstances, cervical polyps do not disappear on their own. However, it is often observed in outpatient clinics that cervical polyps identified before menstruation disappear after menstruation.

This scenario is relatively rare, but it does occur. This does not mean that the cervical polyp has disappeared spontaneously. Rather, under the influence of menstruation, the cervical polyp can retract into the cervix. During gynecological ultrasound or examinations, it is not possible to detect the retracted cervical polyp. In such cases, it is recommended that the patient returns for a follow-up examination in the clinic one to two weeks later to confirm whether the cervical polyp still exists.

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Do you need to be hospitalized for cervical polyp surgery?

Currently, surgical treatment for cervical polyps does not require hospitalization. Generally, surgeries that require hospitalization are more extensive and are performed only after comprehensive assessments by various specialists and anesthesiologists. Cervical polyp removal surgery causes minimal trauma, is relatively simple, and has little impact on the patient’s overall condition. Therefore, it is not necessary for patients to be hospitalized for this procedure. It is currently recommended that cervical polyp removal be performed in the gynecological outpatient surgical room, allowing patients to go home to recuperate after the 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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What color is the bleeding from a cervical polyp?

Women's cervical polyps are relatively soft and fragile. They can bleed easily when touched, such as during sexual intercourse or a gynecological examination. Contact with the polyp can cause bleeding, which usually appears as bright red. Some women may have vaginal discharge with bright red blood streaks. Because cervical polyps lack muscle fibers, they cannot contract to close the bleeding blood vessels. Therefore, they tend to bleed upon contact. When there is an accompanying infection, there may be abnormal vaginal secretions, such as purulent discharge containing fresh red blood streaks.

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How long will it take for bleeding from a cervical polyp to stop?

Cervical polyps generally cause bloody discharge or light bleeding after intercourse. Such bleeding usually does not last long. Therefore, cervical polyps generally require a hospital visit for outpatient surgery to remove the polyps. After the removal, pathology tests are generally conducted and if there are no issues, it is usually not a big concern. Having cervical polyps generally does not cause prolonged bleeding. If irregular bleeding occurs, further examination such as endocrine testing at the hospital is necessary. Additionally, cervical cancer screening should be conducted. It is essential to identify the cause of the irregular bleeding and then treat accordingly based on the examination results. Isolated cervical polyps will not cause heavy bleeding; they only cause light bleeding after intercourse or bloody discharge, which is minor bleeding.

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How to treat cervical polyp cysts?

If a gynecological examination determines cervical polyps or cervical cysts, then local removal of the polyps and surgical clearance of the cysts will suffice. Both conditions are common gynecological diseases. Since the surgeries are simple and relatively low risk, most can be performed in an outpatient setting. If the patient's condition is more unusual, hospitalization for surgery may be safer. Specific approaches need to be tailored to the patient's individual circumstances in collaboration with the treating physician to achieve good therapeutic outcomes. Both cervical polyps and cervical cysts are manifestations of inflammatory diseases and are benign, so patients need not be overly anxious.