Related articles: Uterine polyps
Definition
Uterine polyps are growths of the uterine mucosa varying in size from a few millimeters to several centimeters, which can be anchored to the mucosa by a peduncle (pendulous polyps) or with their entire base (sessile polyps). They can be single or multiple, remain confined within the uterus or, more rarely, slide down and protrude into the vagina (if pedunculated). The symptoms are often scarce and null, while the incidence peak is recorded between 40 and 50 years.Most common symptoms and signs *
- Miscarriage
- Dismennorea
- Pain during sexual intercourse
- Vaginal hemorrhage in the early stages of pregnancy
- Menorrhagia
- Metrorrhagia
- Fetal death
- Blood loss after menopause
- Vaginal bleeding
- Retrospective Uterus
Further indications
When present, the symptoms of uterine polyposis reside essentially in abnormal vaginal bleeding, which may be more severe during normal menstrual flow (menorrhagia), or appear in the intermenstrual period (spotting) or after menopause. The presence of uterine polyps can contribute to decreasing women's fertility.
