Patient's question:
Cervical polyp for 6 monthsDoctor's answer:
Cervical polyps are a common gynecological condition and a clinical manifestation of chronic cervical inflammation. They are caused by local hyperplasia of the cervical canal mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammatory stimulation. As the uterus has a natural tendency to reject, the hyperplastic mucosa gradually protrudes from its base towards the external cervical os, forming polypoid changes, hence they are also called cervical endometrial polyps. Cervical polyps are often overlooked. Because more than one-third of patients lack obvious symptoms and are only discovered during a doctor's examination. Even when symptoms are present, they are usually mild, primarily characterized by slight spotting, bright red in color, or minor bleeding after sexual intercourse, sometimes mistaken for "menstruation." In a few cases, the bleeding amount may be similar to that of menstruation. Some patients may have yellowish leukorrhea, most of which has an odor, or leukorrhea mixed with blood streaks. It can also manifest as postmenopausal vaginal bleeding, with unmarried patients often presenting with a swollen mass protruding from the vaginal opening.