Patient's question:
In the recent few months, I've been feeling severe lower back pain and a heavy, bloated pain in my lower abdomen. My menstrual cycle is irregular, and I have some discharge with a strong odor, which is yellowish. Intercourse is painful, and there is also irregular bleeding. I went to the hospital for a thorough examination and was diagnosed with uterine polyps.What kind of help is needed: What are the symptoms of uterine polyps?
Doctor's answer:
Cervical polyps are one manifestation of chronic cervical inflammation and are more common in unmarried women. Polyps originating from the cervical mucosa are covered by a layer of columnar epithelium, rich in microvessels, making them bright red, soft, and fragile. They bleed easily with slight manipulation, often leading to recurrent infections and the formation of ulcers. Another type of polyp originates from the vaginal part of the cervix, covered by stratified squamous epithelium. Due to the predominance of fibrous connective tissue in the stroma, these polyps are light red in color, relatively tough, with a wider base and superficial positioning. If a diagnosis of cervical polyps is made, it is necessary to undergo thorough examination and treatment at a reputable public hospital.