Can cervical polyps become cancerous?

Written by Li Shun Hua

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Updated on February 19, 2025

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Cervical polyps are mostly caused by chronic cervical inflammation and local cervical tissue hyperplasia. Cervical cancer is caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, so cervical polyps generally do not lead to malignancy, and the rate of malignant transformation is very low, accounting for only about 1%. If there is an HPV infection along with cervical polyps, malignant transformation of the cervical polyps can occur. Therefore, if cervical polyps are present, they should be removed, and after removal, a pathological examination is necessary to determine if there is any malignancy.

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Can cervical polyps be treated with medication?

Whether cervical polyps can be treated with medication needs to be determined based on the size of the polyps. Generally, if the cervical polyps are small, anti-inflammatory treatment can be appropriately given to eliminate inflammation and promote the shrinkage of the polyps. However, cervical polyps may not necessarily disappear after anti-inflammatory treatment. Therefore, it is recommended that patients visit the gynecology outpatient department of their local hospital for a gynecological examination to assess the treatment effect of the cervical polyps after the anti-inflammatory treatment. If the cervical polyps persist, surgical removal is still recommended.

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What should I do about cervical polyps?

Cervical polyps are a type of chronic cervicitis. Cervical polyps are local protrusions formed by the hyperplasia of the cervical canal mucosa, known as cervical polyps. Cervical polyps often have a stalk that protrudes from the base towards the external orifice of the cervix. Once cervical polyps are discovered, a cervical polyp removal procedure can be performed. If there is bleeding during the procedure, hemostasis can be achieved using LigaSure or microwave. After the surgery, sexual activity should be avoided for one month, and antibiotic treatment should be administered for three to five days.

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Written by Zhang Xiu Rong

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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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Can cervical polyps become cancerous?

Cervical polyps are mostly caused by chronic cervical inflammation and local cervical tissue hyperplasia. Cervical cancer is caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, so cervical polyps generally do not lead to malignancy, and the rate of malignant transformation is very low, accounting for only about 1%. If there is an HPV infection along with cervical polyps, malignant transformation of the cervical polyps can occur. Therefore, if cervical polyps are present, they should be removed, and after removal, a pathological examination is necessary to determine if there is any malignancy.

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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.