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Can cervical polyps cause infection or permanent infertility?

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Depends on cause!: Could be HPV. This is an infection. Get tested. If not HPV related, get vaccinated!

Dr Maes and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/4/2017

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