Is a cervical polyp the size of a mung bean serious?

Written by Liu Jian Wei
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Updated on June 01, 2025
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Cervical polyps are a common condition. If a cervical polyp is found to be the size of a mung bean, it is generally not serious. In most cases, cervical polyps are benign lesions, and the probability of them becoming malignant is extremely low. However, it is recommended that even if the cervical polyp is the size of a mung bean, patients should still seek medical attention at the gynecology and obstetrics clinic of their local hospital for routine laboratory testing. It is advised that patients should have cervical polyps removed once they are discovered, through a cervical polyp removal procedure, in order to prevent the very low possibility of malignant transformation. If a cervical polyp does become malignant, it can lead to many severe adverse consequences.

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Why does cervical polyp bleed?

Cervical polyps in women are prone to bleeding, which is somewhat related to the causes of their formation. Most cervical polyps occur due to infection of the cervix, leading to proliferative changes. The tissues in these polyps lack muscle fibers, so when they bleed due to contact, there is no way to constrict and close off the bleeding vessels. Furthermore, cervical polyps are soft and fragile, easily bleeding upon contact. Additionally, the surface of cervical polyps is susceptible to invasion by external pathogens, prompting infections, which can exacerbate the occurrence of vaginal bleeding in women.

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Do cervical polyps require hospitalization?

Generally, women with cervical polyps can undergo a minor removal surgery in an outpatient setting, and hospitalization is not necessary. This is because cervical polyps are usually not very large and have a thin, long stalk connected inside the cervical canal. In the outpatient setting, the polyp on the cervix can be clamped with hemostatic forceps, followed by minor excision, or the cervical forceps can be directly rotated to cause ischemia and hypoxia at the base of the stalk, making it fall off on its own. However, some women may have larger cervical polyps, especially those with deeper and broader bases. If polyp removal surgery is performed in an outpatient setting, it may be difficult to locate the base of the polyp to completely remove it, and there could be considerable bleeding during the surgery. Additionally, cervical polyps in some women may be an indication of cervical cancer or endometrial cancer. In such cases, hospitalization and surgical treatment are typically required.

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Is a cervical polyp the size of a mung bean serious?

Cervical polyps are a common condition. If a cervical polyp is found to be the size of a mung bean, it is generally not serious. In most cases, cervical polyps are benign lesions, and the probability of them becoming malignant is extremely low. However, it is recommended that even if the cervical polyp is the size of a mung bean, patients should still seek medical attention at the gynecology and obstetrics clinic of their local hospital for routine laboratory testing. It is advised that patients should have cervical polyps removed once they are discovered, through a cervical polyp removal procedure, in order to prevent the very low possibility of malignant transformation. If a cervical polyp does become malignant, it can lead to many severe adverse consequences.

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What to eat after cervical polyp surgery

Cervical polyp surgery is a common minor procedure in gynecological clinics. The surgical process for cervical polyps is relatively simple and has a minor impact on the patient’s body post-operatively. Generally, there are no special dietary requirements after cervical polyp surgery, and patients can resume a normal diet. However, it is important for patients to avoid consuming spicy and irritating foods shortly after the surgery to prevent gastrointestinal issues like bloating and diarrhea, which could affect the recovery from the cervical polyp surgery.

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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.