Question 1

why would polyps on cervix cause spotting during pregnancy if untouched by intercourse or anything else?

Accepted Answer

Polyps are "friable": Not in a pan!  they are very fragile and are able to grow by producing there own blood vessels which lack supporting structure.  As  you move the polyps move vwhich even in the absence of direct touch leads to bleeding. They are rarely cancerous and are commonly found because of bleeding even in pregnancy. It is rare for them to be dangerous but the bleeding can be irritating,  not usually heavy.

Question 2

polyps appeared on cervix 7wks after conception. was it estrogen that made them grow? were they inside and pregnancy pushed them out? thoughts? obgyn?

Accepted Answer

Yes & yes: You pretty much know the answers. An increase in size of course makes them more noticeable. Bleeding makes them more noticeable, otherwise, why would you look? They do tend to extrude more in pregnancy because of the above & also because the cervix softens, slightly opens, making it easier for polyps to be seen. It was probably always there, now it's bigger, badder & causing trouble, still ok.

Question 3

a need for dilation and curettage polypectomy surgery needs to be done to remove polyp. could you explain any worries post surgery and does this procedure cause 'incompetent cervix' in case of a wanted pregnancy in the future?

Accepted Answer

D &amp; C/ Polypectomy: The D &amp; C will open the cervix temporarily to allow complete removal of the polyp. The curettage (C) or scrapping of the endometrium will not impact future conception or childbearing unless it is done far too vigorously resulting in Asherman's syndrome which results in scarring of the interior of the uterus. Post procedure recovery is very rapid and usually does not result in incompetent cervix.

Question 4

i'm 33. history of tiny uterine polyp. had two babies. before kids i was told i have a friable cervix and during each pregnancy. noticing after sex last two months within 24 hours i spot very very lightly. concerning ?

Accepted Answer

: A friable cervix means that the blood vessels are very superficial and can be irritated easily. Spotting after sex may mean that this irritation is causing some broken blood vessels which results in spotting. Make sure you are getting annual PAP smears and cultures to rule out HPV, Chlamydia, etc., and to visualize ther cervix and its health.

Question 5

nasal polyps - any cure during pregnancy, or wait until afterwards?

Accepted Answer

Wait until after: They are annoying but there is no good medicine to use during pregnancy.

Question 6

if i get pregnant with a 1cm uterine polyp. i don't want surgery. will it grow to be really big during pregnancy ?

Accepted Answer

Shouldnt grow: Pregnancy should not cause a polyp to grow. However, it could get in the way of implantation if you conceive. Also, it could bleed while you are pregnant.

Question 7

diagnosed with 1.4 cm polyp lower to mid segment of my uterus.could it tear / burst during pregnancy or giving birth causing amniotic fluid embolism ?

Accepted Answer

Polyp/uterine: A uterine polyp is a growth from the lining of the uterus, and is not a threat to a pregnancy in any way, will not "tear or burst", nor cause an amniotic fluid embolism.  Polyps can cause some bleeding when they twist and cut off their blood supply, but are not a cause for concern in pregnancy.

Question 8

small polyps in my tubes which are open . will it hinder pregnancy. how can it be treated ?

Accepted Answer

Gee, didn't know: they occurred in 1-2% of women ?!?
They are found by accident on radiological studies of the fallopian tubes commonly. By definition if the tubes are open, they are not going to do anything.
http://radiopaedia.org/articles/fallopian-tube-polyp
never heard of them ever doing anything.

Question 9

9mm polyp in uterine cavity. no symptoms.removal necessary for future pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Remove it.: I would recommend removing it before conception, as it could interfere with implantation or cause bleeding during pregnancy.

Question 10

can pregnancy get rid of a 1.1 cm endometrial polyp with all the hormones? i had a uncomplicated pregnancy and my baby is now two mths old.

Accepted Answer

No: Just the opposite can occur as the high hormones of pregnancy can increase the growth of an endometrial polyp.

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Polyps in cervix during pregnancy

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Why would polyps on cervix cause spotting during pregnancy if untouched by intercourse or anything else?

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Polyps appeared on cervix 7wks after conception. was it estrogen that made them grow? were they inside and pregnancy pushed them out? thoughts? obgyn?

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A need for dilation and curettage polypectomy surgery needs to be done to remove polyp. could you explain any worries post surgery and does this procedure cause 'incompetent cervix' in case of a wanted pregnancy in the future?

A member asked:

I'm 33. history of tiny uterine polyp. had two babies. before kids i was told i have a friable cervix and during each pregnancy. noticing after sex last two months within 24 hours i spot very very lightly. concerning ?

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Nasal polyps - any cure during pregnancy, or wait until afterwards?

A member asked:

If i get pregnant with a 1cm uterine polyp. i don't want surgery. will it grow to be really big during pregnancy ?

A member asked:

Diagnosed with 1.4 cm polyp lower to mid segment of my uterus.could it tear / burst during pregnancy or giving birth causing amniotic fluid embolism ?

A member asked:

Small polyps in my tubes which are open . will it hinder pregnancy. how can it be treated ?

A member asked:

9mm polyp in uterine cavity. no symptoms.removal necessary for future pregnancy?

A member asked:

Can pregnancy get rid of a 1.1 cm endometrial polyp with all the hormones? i had a uncomplicated pregnancy and my baby is now two mths old.

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