Question 1

what is endometrial polyp?

Accepted Answer

Growth in Uterus: Endometrial polyps are most often benign, growths inside a woman's uterus.   They often don't cause any problems.  If one was found because you were getting an ultrasound due to problems with vaginal bleeding then you might benefit from treatment.  On the other hand, if one was found incidentally, and you are not having problems with your menstrual periods, they often don't need treatment.

Question 2

what is the real cause of endometrial polyps?

Accepted Answer

Hormonal: Polyps are usually an overgrowth of normal tissue.  This on ocassion can degenerate to malignant tissue.  Endometrial polyps are usually found on scrapings of the lining of the uterus or by looking into the uterus with a scope.  Biopsy will tell one if it is of concern or benign.  It has to do the the very fast turnover of the uterine tissue due to monthly menses.

Question 3

i have a 4 cm endometrial polyp what should i do next?

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Gynecologist: Your gynecologist is best qualified to advise you. These polyps are usually benign and rarely turn malignant but let the specialist advise you.

Question 4

what are the causes of endometrial polyps/endometriosis?

Accepted Answer

Polysp are: The result of accelarated growth of the uterine lining (almost always benign) and not uncommon; endometriosis is different. Fragments of uterine lining go into abdominal cavity and implant on tubes, ovaries, abdominal wall, some women have altered immune system that (for whatever reason) isn't as adept at "removing" the tissue that is now in a foreign place; these implants are hormonally sensitive.

Question 5

how long to wait for ttc after removing endometrial polyp?

Accepted Answer

Removal of polyp: You can try to conceive in the cycle immediately after polyp removal.

Question 6

chances of sessile endometrial polyp being cancerous in 25 yo?

Accepted Answer

: Likely not but we can not say NEVER in medicine.

Question 7

if i have an endometrial polyp and i have it removed, could i get polyps again? i dont plan on having kids, would a hysterectomy be a good option?

Accepted Answer

: Endometrial polyps are typically benign and will usually cause bleeding irregularities. Based on age, risk factors and ultrasound findings, the risk of more concerning diagnosis should be weighed when deciding what treatment option to pursue.  A simple hysteroscopy should be able to remove any polyps and provide reassurance that there are no additional abnormalities of the endometrium.

Question 8

still spotting 4 weeks after endometrial polyp was removed.

Accepted Answer

Incomplete: If spotting continues four weeks after removal of a polyp, there is a likelihood that the polyp removal was not entirely successful. There should have been a follow up visit with the doctor, who performed the polyp removal, at which time the results of the tissue analysis should have  been discussed, as well as a return visit should have been scheduled in case there is continuous bleeding/spotting

Question 9

whether after surgery of endometrial polyp conceivement is possible?

Accepted Answer

Endomtrial polyp: yes.  Once polyp removed, you can get pregnant just like everybody else.

Question 10

endometrial polyps appear as distinct hyperechoic areas within the endometrium. true or false?

Accepted Answer

: This is true

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