Patient's question:
I've been divorced for over three years and haven't had any children yet. Recently, I've started trying to conceive for the past two months. This week, I went with my sister for a prenatal check-up and also had a gynecological examination. The results showed that I had a very small cervical polyp. The doctor said that although the polyp is small, surgery is necessary, as it could be a precursor to cervical cancer.Doctor's answer:
Cervical polyps are localized fibrosis of the cervical mucosa, forming a nodule. The causes of cervical polyps may be related to inflammation, endocrine disorders, and especially excessively high estrogen levels. For example, long-term inflammation can easily lead to cervical polyps. Cervical polyps do not necessarily expand to become cancerous, but there is a possibility of malignancy. Cervical polyps can be treated with medication or surgery. If a polyp is removed through surgery, pathological examination is required regardless of its size to determine the nature of the polyp. When patients face cervical polyp issues, we should actively perform examinations and treatments, and avoid delaying medical consultation. If cervical polyps do not heal after treatment, it is necessary to promptly adjust the treatment plan.