A cervical polyp is a common benign polyp or tumor on the surface of the cervical canal. They can cause irregular menstrual bleeding but often show no symptoms. Treatment involves the simple removal of polyps and the prognosis is generally good. Approximately 1% of cervical polyps show neoplastic changes that may lead to cancer. They are more common in postmenstrual, premenopausal women who have given birth.Cause The cause of cervical polyps is uncertain, but is often associated with inflammation of the cervix. You can also occur as a result of high levels of estrogen or blockage of blood vessels in the neck. The symptoms of cervical polyps often show no symptoms. When there are symptoms that include bleeding, abnormally heavy menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia), vaginal bleeding in postmenopausal women, bleeding after sex and a white vaginal discharge (leukorrhea). Diagnosis of cervical polyps can be seen during a pelvic exam, as projections of red or purple cervical canal. The diagnosis can be confirmed with a biopsy of the cervix, which reveal the nature of cells present. Treatment of cervical polyps can be removed using ring forceps. They can also be removed by tying the thread around the polyp and surgical cutting. The basis for the rest of the polyp can be removed using a laser or cautery. If the polyp is infected, an antibiotic may be prescribed. Forecast 99% of cervical polyps remain benign and 1% at some point show neoplastic change. Cervical polyps are unlikely to grow back. Risk factors and epidemiology of cervical polyps are more common in women who have had children and perimenopausal women.They are rare in premenstrual women and rare in postmenopausal women. Structure of cervical polyps are growths as the fingers, usually less than 1 cm in diameter. They are generally bright red in color, with a spongy texture. They may be attached to the neck of the uterus by a stalk (pedunculated) and occasionally prolapse into the vagina, which can be confused with endometrial polyps or submucous myomas. br br
