Uterine Polyps

What are uterine polyps?

Endometrial polyps are tissue growths extending from the inner lining of the uterus, which is called the endometrium. Although these polyps are not usually cancerous, some may become cancerous. They should be removed for testing. These polyps may also lead to fertility problems.

Polyps are a classification of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (AUB).

Removing the uterine polyp may improve or eliminate your AUB symptoms, which may include:

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1. Irregular bleeding or spotting - use pad and tampon icon
subcaption: between periods, during or after intercourse

2. Bleeding after menopause - use drop icon
3. Unpredictable periods - use calendar icon (not this one - new on aub page)

Heavy bleeding
Frequent menstrual cycles
Periods lasting longer than 7 days
Infertility

May also experience:

Intimacy problems
Mood changes
Fatigue due to blood loss
Soaking pads & tampons quickly
Missing work or social events

How are polyps diagnosed?

Pelvic Exam
Ultrasound
Hysteroscopy
Endometrial biopsy

Polyps can be as small as a sesame seed or larger than a golf ball, however, symptoms are not always dependent on the size of a polyp¹.

Treatment for uterine polyps

Complete removal of the polyp and further testing of the tissue
Watchful waiting for low-risk, pre-menopausal patients

Our practice offers Minerva Surgical treatments for polyps. Call us to talk about the right polyp treatment for you.

Visit the educational website AUBandMe.com for information about these minimally invasive treatments for relief from AUB symptoms caused by polyps.

Questions to discuss with your doctor

Do my polyps have to be treated?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of the treatment options?
Where will my procedure be performed?
What is the expected recovery time?
How soon will I have relief from my symptoms after treatment?
Am I a good candidate for a Symphion® or ResectrTM treatment?

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1. Mayo Clinic Uterine Polyps Webpage. Updated 1998. Accessed June 2022. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/uterine-polyps/symptoms-causes/syc-20378709.

For Indications and a complete list of contraindications, potential adverse events, warnings and precautions, visit www.minervasurgical.com/safety

Results and patient experience may vary. Talk to your Doctor about the right treatment for you.