Are endometrial polyps also called fibroids?

  Endometrial polyps are not called fibroids, they are not a disease. Endometrial polyps are localized excessive thickening of the endometrium and are generally not necessarily related to heredity; fibroids can grow in the submucosa, intermucosa and subplasma of the uterus, they are not the same.  For small submucosal fibroids and polyps, ultrasound may not be able to distinguish them. If there are no symptoms, they can be observed, but once they cause increased menstrual bleeding or abnormal vaginal bleeding, a positive diagnosis should be made. However, it should be emphasized that if women have not yet had children, it is recommended to actively prepare for pregnancy, and if there has been no pregnancy, then it is recommended to operate only if it is related to polyps or submucosal fibroids, otherwise it may cause adhesions after surgery which is more detrimental to pregnancy.  In short, they are not the same. Endometrial polyps are generally unlikely to become malignant, as are fibroids, most of which are benign. There is a certain relationship with estrogen levels. To find out if there is an endometrial polyp, it is recommended to come to the hospital for an ultrasound examination about three days after the menstruation is clean, which is more accurate.