Difference between cervical cysts and cervical polyps

Written by Shen Li Wen
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Updated on May 26, 2025
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Cervical cysts and cervical polyps in women are different, primarily because they form for different reasons. Cervical cysts in women mainly occur when the cervix is damaged and, during the repair process, epithelial tissue grows into the glands and blocks them, causing the secretions inside to not be discharged. This is often just a marker of the squamocolumnar junction of the cervix. On the other hand, cervical polyps in women are often a pathological condition caused by chronic inflammation and require treatment.

In terms of treatment methods, cervical cysts usually do not require special treatment, but other co-existing cervical conditions may necessitate consideration of treatment. Female cervical polyps, however, should be surgically removed once detected because of the potential for malignancy, such as endometrial or cervical cancer, which can also present as polypoid growths. Therefore, a histopathological examination is necessary after removal.

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Written by Shen Li Wen
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Is it serious if a cervical polyp bursts?

The texture of cervical polyps in women tends to be more fragile, and they may have inflammatory cell infiltration on their surfaces, which could also affect coagulation functions. If rupture occurs, the bleeding could last longer. Some women with cervical polyps experience minor ruptures and minimal bleeding, which can be quickly stopped using simple compression hemostasis or by applying traditional Chinese medicines locally. However, if the rupture area of the polyp is large, ordinary methods may not suffice to stop the bleeding. Particularly, some cervical polyps in women may indicate carcinogenic changes, as cancer can grow rapidly, possibly outpacing the blood supply, leading to local rupture and shedding. In such cases, the resulting bleeding can be fatal and difficult to control.

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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.

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Are cervical polyps prone to miscarriage?

Cervical polyps are a common disease in women, mainly caused by local inflammation of the cervix which leads to localized tissue hyperplasia, appearing as polypoid changes. For cervical polyps, the majority of them are unlikely to cause miscarriage. Before pregnancy, it is generally recommended to check the cervix for polyps during pre-pregnancy examinations. If polyps are found, they should be removed before pregnancy. If cervical polyps are discovered during pregnancy, a joint decision should be made based on the patient's symptoms and clinical manifestations. If the cervical polyp is relatively small, it may not require treatment. However, if the cervical polyp repeatedly causes bleeding or inflammation, then it should be removed during pregnancy. Removing the polyp in accordance with standard treatment procedures is generally not likely to cause miscarriage.

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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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Will cervical polyps grow back after being removed?

Under normal circumstances, the majority of cervical polyps form due to chronic inflammation of the cervix, with persistent stimulation leading to the development of cervical polyps. Most cervical polyps are benign, with only a rare few possibly becoming malignant. Generally, after removing a cervical polyp, it may regrow; these polyps are prone to recurrence. Therefore, after the removal of a cervical polyp, it is common for them to regrow, and a follow-up examination is typically recommended half a year or a year later. Postoperative treatment generally involves the use of anti-inflammatory medication. Thus, once a cervical polyp has formed, it is crucial to have an annual check-up. Also, patients with cervical polyps should be vigilant about the possibility of endometrial polyps. At this time, it is necessary to visit a hospital for an ultrasound to confirm if the endometrium is normal, as the polyp may regrow after removal.