Patient's question:
Last year, a friend developed a small cervical polyp. After surgical removal, it was sent for pathological examination. Over the phone, the doctor informed her that the results were benign. She didn't bother to pick up the pathology report. Is it really okay after a benign surgery removal?Past treatment history and outcomes: Is it really okay after a benign surgery removal?
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Doctor's answer:
When polyps grow on the cervix, it is important to undergo cervical polypectomy in a timely manner. Cervical polyps are a manifestation of chronic cervicitis and are caused by the proliferation of cervical canal mucosal tissue, forming one or more small, red, protruding growths outside the cervix. Most patients do not have obvious clinical symptoms and are only discovered during physical examinations. A small portion of patients may experience bleeding during sexual intercourse or gynecological examinations, with intermittent vaginal bleeding. Most cervical polyps are benign lesions, with a 1%-2% risk of malignancy. Therefore, it is necessary to undergo surgical removal promptly, followed by regular follow-up to treat chronic cervicitis and vaginal infections, preventing the recurrence of cervical polyps. Regular cervical cancer screening is also essential, as cervical cancer is a preventable and treatable disease with a staged onset, making screening particularly important.