What to do if you have polyps in the uterus

Polyps in the uterus are classified as cervical polyps and endometrial polyps. If the cervical polyp is located at the ectocervix, the polyp can be removed directly using a cervical forceps in this case. If the polyp is relatively large, it can be removed using a self-coagulation knife. If the polyp is located in the cervical canal, it can be removed using a self-coagulation knife or hysteroscopy. If the endometrial polyp is solitary and less than 0.5 cm in size, the patient can be treated with pharmacologic curettage using blood-activating herbs along with progesterone. If this fails or if the patient has multiple endometrial polyps or if the solitary polyp is coarse, endometrial polyp electrosurgery using hysteroscopy is an option. As endometrial polyps are particularly prone to recurrence after electrodesection, patients are advised to place a Manned IUD or add progesterone to inhibit the growth of the endometrium during the second half of the cycle to inhibit the recurrence of endometrial polyps.