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Endometrial polyps
Overgrowths of the womb lining, often harmless, sometimes causing irregular bleeding.
Overview
Polyps are small growths attached to the inner wall of the womb. Many cause no symptoms; some cause bleeding between periods or after sex.
They can be seen on ultrasound and removed during a hysteroscopy.
What is well established
- Most polyps in women of reproductive age are benign.
- Hysteroscopic removal is a common, low-risk procedure.
Uncertain or emerging evidence
- Whether removing small polyps improves fertility is not certain; evidence is limited to a small number of studies.
This guide is general information and does not replace advice about your own circumstances. Clinical review pending.