Is a small ball or oval appearing growth attached to the skin

The appearance has been described as “finger-like growths”

Can be found on cervix, or the lower part of uterus that attaches to the vagina

Cause is not known but inflammation may play a role

Typically found after menarche but can be seen postmenopausal in women

Symptoms:

- Discharge
- Abnormal vaginal bleeding
- Vaginal mucus
- Ocassionaly are painful

Often polyp needs to be distinguished with other possible cancers

Most polyps are classified as benign – or without cancer

Treatment:

- Removal consists of forceps
- Surgical D&C
- Hysteroscopy