Polipy macicy
Objawy

Polipy endometrium to przerosty błony śluzowej macicy, które mogą mieć szeroką podstawę lub cienką szypułę, o wielkości od kilku milimetrów do kilku centymetrów. Około 50% polipów jest bezobjawowych, jednak u 68% pacjentek występuje nieprawidłowe krwawienie z macicy, manifestujące się nieregularnymi miesiączkami, krwotokami, plamieniami międzycyklicznymi oraz krwawieniami po menopauzie. Ból dotyczy 10-15% kobiet, a dyspareunia 5-10%. Polipy mogą również wpływać na płodność, występując u 22,5% kobiet z niepłodnością, utrudniając implantację zarodka i powodując stan zapalny. Usunięcie polipów zwiększa szanse na ciążę (63% vs 28% w badaniu randomizowanym). Polipy najczęściej występują u kobiet w wieku 40-49 lat, a po menopauzie ich częstość spada.

Objawy polipów macicy

Polipy macicy (polipy endometrium) to przerost tkanki błony śluzowej macicy, która w normalnych warunkach złuszcza się podczas miesiączki. Polipy mogą przyczepiać się do ściany macicy za pomocą szerokiej podstawy lub cienkiej szypuły, a ich wielkość może wahać się od kilku milimetrów (wielkości ziarna sezamu) do kilku centymetrów (wielkości piłki golfowej). Mogą występować pojedynczo lub w grupach12.

Wiele kobiet z polipami macicy nie doświadcza żadnych objawów, a zmiany są wykrywane przypadkowo podczas rutynowych badań ginekologicznych, takich jak USG1. Szacuje się, że około połowa przypadków polipów macicy jest bezobjawowa1. Jednak gdy polipy powodują objawy, najczęstszym z nich jest nieprawidłowe krwawienie z macicy1.

Nieprawidłowe krwawienie

Nieprawidłowe krwawienie z macicy występuje u około 68% kobiet z polipami macicy, zarówno w okresie przed menopauzą, jak i po menopauzie12. Objawy związane z nieprawidłowym krwawieniem mogą obejmować:

  • Nieregularne miesiączki o nieprzewidywalnym czasie trwania i natężeniu krwawienia1
  • Obfite krwawienia miesiączkowe (krwotoki miesiączkowe)1
  • Przedłużające się miesiączki, trwające dłużej niż 7 dni1
  • Plamienie lub krwawienie między miesiączkami1
  • Plamienie pomiesiączkowe, występujące najczęściej po stosunku płciowym1
  • Krwawienie po menopauzie1

Krwawienie może być spowodowane przekrwieniem zrębu w obrębie polipa, prowadzącym do zastoju żylnego i martwicy wierzchołkowej1. Występowanie nieprawidłowych krwawień wydaje się zwiększać wraz z wiekiem – krwawienia u kobiet przed menopauzą obserwuje się o 6% rzadziej niż u kobiet po menopauzie1.

Ból i dyskomfort

Chociaż ból nie jest powszechnym objawem polipów macicy, niektóre kobiety mogą doświadczać dolegliwości bólowych, szczególnie gdy polipy są duże1. Objawy bólowe mogą obejmować:

  • Tępy ból w podbrzuszu lub dolnej części pleców, podobny do skurczów menstruacyjnych1
  • Skurcze macicy, gdy polipy są bardzo duże1
  • Ból podczas stosunku płciowego (dyspareunia), szczególnie gdy polip wydostaje się przez szyjkę macicy i wpukla do pochwy12

Ból związany z polipami macicy dotyka około 10-15% kobiet z tym schorzeniem1. Dyskomfort podczas stosunku płciowego występuje u około 5-10% pacjentek1.

Wpływ na płodność

Polipy macicy mogą być związane z problemami z płodnością1. Częstość występowania polipów macicy w przypadku niepłodności pierwotnej wynosi od 3,8% do 38,5%, a w przypadku niepłodności wtórnej od 1,8% do 17%1. Około 22,5% kobiet z problemami z płodnością ma polipy macicy1.

Polipy macicy mogą wpływać na płodność poprzez:

  • Utrudnianie implantacji zarodka w ścianie macicy, tworząc fizyczną barierę1
  • Blokowanie ujścia jajowodów, uniemożliwiając plemnikom dotarcie do jajeczka1
  • Zaburzanie środowiska endometrium1
  • Powodowanie zaburzeń hormonalnych1
  • Wywoływanie stanu zapalnego, który może przyczyniać się do problemów z płodnością1
  • Zwiększenie ryzyka poronienia1

Badania wykazały, że usunięcie polipów może zwiększyć szanse na zajście w ciążę. W randomizowanym badaniu kobiety, które przeszły zabieg usunięcia polipów, miały wyższy wskaźnik ciąż w porównaniu z tymi, które przeszły samą histeroskopię (63% vs 28%)1.

Przebieg choroby i potencjalne komplikacje

Naturalny przebieg schorzenia

Przebieg polipów macicy może być różny. Niektóre polipy pozostają małe i bezobjawowe, podczas gdy inne rosną i powodują objawy kliniczne1. Małe polipy (poniżej 1 cm) mogą samoistnie ustępować bez leczenia, dlatego w przypadku bezobjawowych, niewielkich zmian lekarze mogą zalecić jedynie obserwację11.

Polipy macicy najczęściej występują u kobiet w wieku 40-49 lat, ale mogą pojawić się w każdym wieku11. Po menopauzie, wraz ze spadkiem poziomu estrogenów, prawdopodobieństwo wystąpienia polipów zmniejsza się1.

Ryzyko transformacji nowotworowej

Większość polipów macicy ma charakter łagodny (nienowotworowy), jednak niewielki odsetek może być prekancerowy lub złośliwy1. Kompleksowa metaanaliza opublikowana w European Journal of Obstetrics Gynecology and Reproductive Biology wykazała, że tylko około 2,73% polipów u kobiet ma charakter nowotworowy1.

Ryzyko zezłośliwienia polipów wzrasta wraz z następującymi czynnikami:

  • Wiek pacjentki, szczególnie po menopauzie1
  • Występowanie objawów, zwłaszcza krwawienia1
  • Wielkość polipa1
  • Stosowanie tamoksyfenu w leczeniu raka piersi1
  • Otyłość1
  • Nadciśnienie tętnicze1
  • Zaburzenia hormonalne1

U kobiet w wieku przedmenopauzalnym ryzyko raka zwiększa się u osób otyłych z nieregularnymi i rzadkimi miesiączkami1. Z kolei u kobiet po menopauzie około 5% polipów może mieć charakter złośliwy1.

Nawroty po leczeniu

Po usunięciu polipów macicy rzadko dochodzi do ich nawrotu11. Badania wykazują, że usunięcie polipów łagodzi objawy w 75-100% przypadków11.

Czynniki wpływające na prawdopodobieństwo nawrotu polipów obejmują:

  • Dokładność pierwotnego usunięcia polipa – jeśli polip nie został całkowicie usunięty podczas początkowej procedury, pozostała tkanka może prowadzić do odrostu1
  • Zaburzenia hormonalne, szczególnie nadmiar estrogenów w stosunku do progesteronu1
  • Wiek i status menopauzalny – częstość występowania polipów macicy zwiększa się z wiekiem, szczególnie u kobiet, które osiągnęły perimenopauzę lub menopauzę1

W przypadku nawrotu polipów lekarz może zalecić dodatkowe leczenie1.

Powikłania związane z polipami macicy

Polipy macicy mogą prowadzić do różnych powikłań, w tym:

  • Niedokrwistość – u 20-30% kobiet z polipami macicy, szczególnie tych z obfitymi krwawieniami miesiączkowymi1
  • Przewlekłe bóle miesiączkowe (dysmenorrhea) – zgłaszane przez 15-20% kobiet z polipami macicy1
  • Nieprawidłowa wydzielina z pochwy – występuje u 5-10% kobiet z polipami macicy1
  • Powiększenie macicy – rzadki objaw, dotykający mniej niż 5% kobiet z polipami macicy1
  • Prolaps polipa przez szyjkę macicy do pochwy1

W niektórych przypadkach polipy macicy mogą prowadzić do problemów z zajściem w ciążę lub jej utrzymaniem. Mogą również powodować nieprawidłowe krwawienia, które wpływają na jakość życia i mogą prowadzić do powikłań, takich jak anemia1.

Kiedy należy zgłosić się do lekarza

Należy skonsultować się z lekarzem, jeśli występują następujące objawy, które mogą wskazywać na obecność polipów macicy12:

  • Krwawienie z pochwy po menopauzie – każde krwawienie po menopauzie wymaga natychmiastowej konsultacji lekarskiej1
  • Krwawienie między miesiączkami1
  • Nieregularne krwawienia miesiączkowe1
  • Nieprzewidywalne lub obfite krwawienia miesiączkowe1
  • Plamienie lub krwawienie z pochwy poza miesiączką1
  • Objawy utrzymujące się dłużej niż 2 tygodnie1
  • Problemy z zajściem w ciążę trwające dłużej niż rok (lub 6 miesięcy, jeśli kobieta ma ponad 35 lat)1

Ważne jest, aby pamiętać, że niektóre objawy polipów macicy, takie jak nieprawidłowe krwawienie, mogą być również objawami innych schorzeń ginekologicznych, w tym raka macicy1. Dlatego w przypadku wystąpienia takich objawów konieczna jest dalsza diagnostyka1.

Im wcześniej zostaną wykryte i zdiagnozowane polipy macicy, tym większa szansa na skuteczne leczenie i zapobieganie potencjalnym powikłaniom1.

Podsumowanie objawów klinicznych polipów macicy

Polipy macicy mogą manifestować się różnorodnymi objawami, przy czym najczęstszym z nich jest nieprawidłowe krwawienie z dróg rodnych. Poniższa tabela przedstawia częstość występowania poszczególnych objawów u kobiet z polipami macicy12:

Objaw Częstość występowania
Nieregularne krwawienie miesiączkowe 50-70%
Obfite miesiączki (krwotok miesiączkowy) 30-50%
Plamienie między miesiączkami 25-30%
Ból miednicy 10-15%
Niepłodność 10-15%
Bolesne miesiączkowanie 15-20%
Niedokrwistość 20-30%
Ból podczas stosunku 5-10%
Nieprawidłowa wydzielina z pochwy 5-10%
Powiększenie macicy <5%

Należy pamiętać, że wiele kobiet z polipami macicy nie doświadcza żadnych objawów, a zmiany są wykrywane przypadkowo podczas rutynowych badań ginekologicznych1. Intensywność objawów może się również różnić – od łagodnych do bardzo uciążliwych, wpływających na jakość życia1.

Wczesne rozpoznanie i odpowiednie leczenie polipów macicy może zapobiec powikłaniom, złagodzić objawy i potencjalnie poprawić płodność u kobiet starających się o ciążę1.

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  1. 09.04.2026
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    https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/health-a-z/ovaries-uterus/polyps-and-ovarian-cysts
    Uterine polyps grow in the uterus. They can occur at any age but are most common between the ages of 40 to 49. Uterine polyps may vary in size and can appear as one growth or a group of growths. […] Symptoms of uterine polyps can include: heavy periods, periods that can vary in length and heaviness, bleeding in between periods or after sex, bleeding after menopause, difficulty getting pregnant (infertility). […] If you have symptoms, your doctor may recommend hormonal medicine. If polyps are making it hard for you to get pregnant, you may need surgery to remove them. […] Polyps are usually checked after they have been removed, to make sure they are not cancerous.
  • #1 What’s the Difference Between Fibroids and Uterine Polyps? – McLeod Health
    https://www.mcleodhealth.org/blog/whats-the-difference-between-fibroids-and-uterine-polyps/
    Uterine polyps are soft, red outgrowths from the lining of the womb that may grow to block the opening of the fallopian tubes, affecting pregnancy. […] Most polyps are not cancerous but about five percent can turn out to be precancerous or cancerous. That cancer risk leads most Gynecologists to recommend removing any polyps that are discovered. […] A woman’s risk of suffering from polyps is increased if they are between ages 40 to 50, overweight, take Tamoxifen for breast cancer or are having postmenopausal hormone replacement therapy. Other factors that may increase your risk of polyps include high blood pressure and hormonal imbalances. After menopause, the likelihood of experiencing polyps decreases as estrogen levels decrease.
  • #1 Uterine Polyps: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment
    https://www.cancercenter.com/cancer-types/uterine-cancer/risk-factors/uterine-polyps
    Uterine polyps, often referred to as endometrial polyps, are abnormal growths that develop on the inner lining of the uterus, or endometrium. Most of these polyps are benign, meaning theyre not cancerous. However, in rare instances, they may become precancerous or cancerous. […] Symptoms of uterine polyps may vary. Many women with uterine polyps dont experience any symptoms. When symptoms do occur, they may include: Irregular or heavy menstrual bleeding, Vaginal bleeding between menstrual periods, Post-menopausal bleeding, Infertility. […] While most uterine polyps are benign, a small percentage may be precancerous or cancerous. A comprehensive mega analysis published in the European Journal of Obstetrics Gynecology and Reproductive Biology found that just 2.73 percent of polyps in women are cancerous. […] Cancerous uterine polyps are rare. A pathologist will analyze the removed polyps, and if theyre cancerous, theyll determine whether all the cancer was removed. If remaining cancer is detected, further treatment, staging and evaluation may be required.
  • #1 Endometrial polyps – Women’s Health by Dr Lee Say Fatt
    https://obgyn.com.my/endometrial-polyps/
    Many women with endometrial polyps do not have any symptoms at all. Therefore, in some cases, the diagnosis is then made from a routine pelvic ultrasound scan. Common presentations are: […] Abnormal uterine bleeding such as heavy menstrual flow, prolonged bleeding, bleeding or spotting between menses. […] Post-menopausal bleeding. […] Difficulty in conceiving. […] The polyp may cause recurrent implantation failure or by mechanical obstruction. Removal of the endometrial polyps has been shown to improve fertility. […] Approximately 5 % of endometrial polyps in post-menopausal women can be malignant. In pre-menopausal women, the cancer risk is increased in obese women with irregular and infrequent menses.
  • #1 Uterine Polyps: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/14683-uterine-polyps
    If you’re postmenopausal or experiencing symptoms like abnormal bleeding, your provider may recommend removal. Your provider may also remove polyps if they could cause problems during pregnancy or negatively impact your fertility. […] The outcomes associated with uterine polyp removal are excellent. Research shows that removing polyps eases symptoms in 75% to 100% of cases. Polyps rarely grow back (recur) after removal. If they do, your provider can recommend treatments. It’s possible that polyp removal can help with fertility issues, but more research is needed to know for sure.
  • #1 Uterine polyps – Diagnosis & treatment – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/uterine-polyps/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20378713
    Most uterine polyps are benign. This means that they’re not cancer. But, some precancerous changes of the uterus, called endometrial hyperplasia, or uterine cancers appear as uterine polyps. A tissue sample of the removed polyp is analyzed for signs of cancer. […] Treatment for uterine polyps might involve: […] If a uterine polyp contains cancer cells, your provider will talk with you about the next steps in evaluation and treatment. […] Rarely, uterine polyps can recur. If they do, they need more treatment.
  • #1 Endometrial Polyps – Philippe de Rosnay
    https://westlondongynaecologyclinic.co.uk/services/endometrial-polyps/
    Endometrial polyps are responsible for approximately one-fourth of cases of abnormal genital bleeding in both premenopausal and postmenopausal women. […] Many polyps are asymptomatic. […] Metrorrhagia (irregular vaginal bleeding) including spotting is the most frequent symptom in women with endometrial polyps, occurring in about one-half of symptomatic cases. Less frequent symptoms include: heavy menstrual bleeding, postmenopausal bleeding, prolapse of the polyp through the neck of the womb, unscheduled (breakthrough) bleeding on hormonal therapy e.g. oral contraceptive pill. […] It is controversial whether endometrial polyps contribute to infertility or poor pregnancy outcomes such as miscarriage. […] Studies have shown that polypectomy (removal of polyps) results in improvement of symptoms in 75 to 100 percent of patients.
  • #1 Uterine Polyps: How Quickly Can They Regrow | Audubon Fertility
    https://www.audubonfertility.com/post/uterine-polyps-how-quickly-can-they-regrow
    Uterine polyps can manifest with a variety of symptoms or may remain asymptomatic. Common symptoms include abnormal or heavy menstrual bleeding, irregular menstrual cycles, prolonged periods, bleeding between periods, pelvic pain or pressure, and in some cases, infertility. […] While most uterine polyps are non-cancerous, there is a small risk of malignancy (cancerous transformation). It is important to note that some symptoms, such as heavy menstrual bleeding, can also be attributed to other gynecological conditions, underscoring the importance of a proper diagnosis. […] The thoroughness of the initial polyp removal plays a significant role in the likelihood of regrowth. If a polyp is not completely removed during the initial procedure, residual tissue may remain in the uterus, which can potentially lead to regrowth.
  • #1 Uterine Polyps: How Quickly Can They Regrow | Audubon Fertility
    https://www.audubonfertility.com/post/uterine-polyps-how-quickly-can-they-regrow
    Hormonal imbalances, particularly an excess of estrogen relative to progesterone, can contribute to the development and regrowth of uterine polyps. […] Age and menopausal status are also factors that can affect the regrowth of uterine polyps. The incidence of uterine polyps tends to increase with age, particularly in women who have reached perimenopause or menopause.
  • #1 Uterine Polyps: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options – The Kingsley Clinic
    https://thekingsleyclinic.com/resources/uterine-polyps-symptoms-causes-and-treatment-options/
    Infertility affects 10-15% of women with uterine polyps, particularly those trying to conceive. […] Anemia, or low red blood cell count, affects 20-30% of women with uterine polyps, particularly those with heavy menstrual bleeding. […] Menstrual cramps, or dysmenorrhea, are reported by 15-20% of women with uterine polyps. […] Abnormal vaginal discharge occurs in 5-10% of women with uterine polyps. […] An enlarged uterus is a rare symptom, affecting less than 5% of women with uterine polyps.
  • #1 Endometrial Polyps | Uterine Polyps | Symptoms of Uterine Polyps
    https://www.apollohospitals.com/health-library/worried-about-uterine-endometrial-polyps/
    Uterine polyps can sometimes slide through the opening of the uterus into the vagina. […] The symptoms include irregular menstrual bleeding, frequent unpredictable bleeds, heavy menstrual periods, vaginal bleeding even after menopause, sub-infertility in younger women, and bleeding after intercourse if it’s a cervical polyp or intra-uterine polyp prolapsing into the vagina. […] When you have irregular bleeding or any bleeding post-menopause is not normal and you need to seek doctors advice. Any pre or post-menstrual spotting is also an indication you should visit your doctor. If there is any irregular menstrual bleeding, you need to consult the doctor.
  • #1 Uterine polyps: Causes, symptoms and treatment
    https://helloclue.com/articles/life-stages/uterine-polyps-common-reason-for-irregular-bleeding-around-menopause
  • #1 Uterine Polyps: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment, and More
    https://www.healthline.com/health/womens-health/uterine-polyps
    While abnormal or heavy vaginal bleeding may be linked to a variety of conditions, these are also possible symptoms of uterine polyps. These growths arent usually harmful, but may interfere with fertility and lead to discomfort. […] Uterine polyps are known to cause irregular vaginal bleeding. This may lead to the following symptoms: spotting or bleeding between periods, unusual vaginal discharge, heavier menstruation, bleeding after menopause, menstrual-like cramps or pain. […] Any abnormal bleeding or discharge should be addressed with your doctor right away, especially if youve experienced symptoms for more than 2 weeks, or have already been through menopause. […] Uterine polyps are common growths that can develop at any age, but your risk may be greatest during your 40s. Unusual bleeding is the most common symptom, although some cases dont cause any symptoms at all.
  • #1 Uterine polyps | Beacon Health System
    https://www.beaconhealthsystem.org/library/diseases-and-conditions/uterine-polyps?content_id=CON-20378694
    Uterine polyps can cause irregular menstrual bleeding, bleeding after menopause, very heavy menstrual flow or bleeding between periods. […] Signs and symptoms of uterine polyps include vaginal bleeding after menopause, bleeding between periods, frequent, unpredictable periods whose lengths and heaviness vary, very heavy periods, and infertility. […] Some people have only light bleeding or spotting; others are symptom-free. […] Seek medical care if you have vaginal bleeding after menopause, bleeding between periods, or irregular menstrual bleeding. […] Uterine polyps might be associated with infertility. If you have uterine polyps and you’re unable to have children, removal of the polyps might allow you to become pregnant, but the data are inconclusive.
  • #1 Uterine Polyps: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment | New Age Women’s Health
    https://www.toplinemd.com/new-age-womens-health/uterine-polyps-causes-symptoms-and-treatment/
    While all of the above symptoms can be seen with uterine polyps, some of these same signs are also seen with uterine cancer. Therefore, you should see your doctor immediately if you experience any of these symptoms, as further workup should occur. […] You should schedule an appointment with your healthcare provider if you are experiencing: Unpredictable or heavy menstrual bleeding. Spotting or vaginal bleeding when you don’t have your period. Spotting or vaginal bleeding following menopause.
  • #1 Uterine Polyps: Causes and Treatment of Endometrial Polyps in Uterus
    https://flo.health/menstrual-cycle/menopause/symptoms/uterine-polyps-causes
    The symptoms of uterine polyps can be identical to those of uterine cancer even though most cases are benign, its important to take the condition seriously. Polyps are more likely to be a precursor to cancer in women who are postmenopausal. […] In some cases, women experience a recurrence of endometrial polyps and a return of symptoms. If this happens you will need to resume treatment, either by medication or surgery.
  • #1 Uterine Polyps: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
    https://www.artfertilityclinics.com/in/en/art-blog/uterine-polyps-causes-symptoms-treatment
    For the early discovery and prompt treatment of uterine polyps, routine gynaecological examinations and screenings are crucial. The outlook for women with uterine polyps is often favourable with the right care and therapy. […] If uterine polyps are the underlying cause of abnormal uterine bleeding, irregular menstrual cycles, pelvic discomfort, or reproductive concerns, women should be evaluated by a doctor.
  • #1 Complete Guide to Endometrial Polyps – Symptoms & Treatment
    https://gynqi.com/endometrial-polyps-portal/
    Most endometrial polyps are not associated with symptoms. Endometrial polyps are not likely to be associated with pelvic pain, pressure, bloating, or bowel/bladder symptoms. […] Of those who are symptomatic, the most common symptom is abnormal vaginal bleeding. Other symptoms include difficulty getting pregnant in women of reproductive age. […] The risk of a polyp being cancer goes up with increasing patient age, presence of symptoms, increasing polyp size, and history of Tamoxifen use. […] In premenopausal women with fertility concerns or with abnormal bleeding, investigations may reveal endometrial polyps. In such cases, surgical removal is often recommended. […] Postmenopausal women diagnosed with endometrial polyps often require surgical removal, especially if they are causing symptoms. Other factors physicians may consider when determining whether a postmenopausal patient requires a hysteroscopic polypectomy include the size of the polyp(s) and patient age. These factors relate to the risk that a polyp may contain precancerous or cancerous cells.
  • #1 Uterine Polyps: Causes, Symptoms, and its Impact on Fertility
    https://crystaivf.com/blogs/uterine-polyps-causes-symptoms-and-its-impact-on-fertility/
    The irregular surface of polyps can interfere with embryo implantation, reducing the chances of a successful pregnancy. […] For individuals planning to undergo IVF, pre-IVF polyp removal may be recommended. Removing endometrial polyps before starting IVF can help create a favorable environment for embryo implantation. […] This proactive approach can help preserve fertility by ensuring optimal conditions for future pregnancy attempts. […] Seeking medical attention for uterine polyps is of utmost importance for both overall health and fertility. Whether you are experiencing symptoms, planning to conceive, or facing fertility challenges, consulting with healthcare professionals is crucial.
  • #2 Uterine Polyps – Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment | MedPark Hospital
    https://www.medparkhospital.com/en-US/disease-and-treatment/uterine-polyps
    Uterine polyps are endometrial tissue that overgrows. They are round or oval shapes with a thin stalk or broad base attached to the uterine lining. The size may be as tiny as a sesame seed or bigger than a golf ball. You can develop one or more polyps. Usually, uterine polyps are noncancerous and asymptomatic. However, it can cause menstrual and fertility problems. […] Abnormal vaginal bleeding after intercourse, outside of the menstrual period, or after menopause. Irregular periods. Heavy menstrual bleeding. Infertility. Dull abdominal aching due to large polyps. Sometimes, a uterine polyp may resemble endometrial carcinoma or endometrial hyperplasia. […] Uterine polyps can recur that need repeat treatment.
  • #2 Uterine Polyps: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment, and More
    https://www.healthline.com/health/womens-health/uterine-polyps
    While abnormal or heavy vaginal bleeding may be linked to a variety of conditions, these are also possible symptoms of uterine polyps. These growths arent usually harmful, but may interfere with fertility and lead to discomfort. […] Uterine polyps are known to cause irregular vaginal bleeding. This may lead to the following symptoms: spotting or bleeding between periods, unusual vaginal discharge, heavier menstruation, bleeding after menopause, menstrual-like cramps or pain. […] Any abnormal bleeding or discharge should be addressed with your doctor right away, especially if youve experienced symptoms for more than 2 weeks, or have already been through menopause. […] Uterine polyps are common growths that can develop at any age, but your risk may be greatest during your 40s. Unusual bleeding is the most common symptom, although some cases dont cause any symptoms at all.
  • #2 Uterine Polyps: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment | Dr. Thais Aliabadi, Los Angeles
    https://www.draliabadi.com/gynecology/conditions-of-the-uterus/uterine-polyps/
    Most uterine polyps are noncancerous (benign). However, some precancerous changes of the uterus (endometrial hyperplasia) or uterine cancers (endometrial carcinomas) appear as uterine polyps. Your doctor will likely recommend the removal of the polyp and will send a tissue sample for lab analysis to be sure you don’t have uterine cancer. […] Polyps can sometimes prolapse or slip through the cervix. The cervix is the opening between your vagina and your uterus. In these instances, your provider may be able to see the polyp during a pelvic exam. […] Many doctors use the watchful waiting approach and watch the polyps before recommending treatment options. However, if they are larger or if your women’s healthcare doctor suspects they will cause you problems, they may recommend: Medication, Some hormone therapies, like gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonists and progestins, can ease the symptoms of polyps. However, the relief is usually short-term. Once you stop taking the drugs, the symptoms reappear.
  • #2 Uterine Polyps: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment | New Age Women’s Health
    https://www.toplinemd.com/new-age-womens-health/uterine-polyps-causes-symptoms-and-treatment/
    While all of the above symptoms can be seen with uterine polyps, some of these same signs are also seen with uterine cancer. Therefore, you should see your doctor immediately if you experience any of these symptoms, as further workup should occur. […] You should schedule an appointment with your healthcare provider if you are experiencing: Unpredictable or heavy menstrual bleeding. Spotting or vaginal bleeding when you don’t have your period. Spotting or vaginal bleeding following menopause.
  • #2 Uterine Polyps: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options – The Kingsley Clinic
    https://thekingsleyclinic.com/resources/uterine-polyps-symptoms-causes-and-treatment-options/
    Infertility affects 10-15% of women with uterine polyps, particularly those trying to conceive. […] Anemia, or low red blood cell count, affects 20-30% of women with uterine polyps, particularly those with heavy menstrual bleeding. […] Menstrual cramps, or dysmenorrhea, are reported by 15-20% of women with uterine polyps. […] Abnormal vaginal discharge occurs in 5-10% of women with uterine polyps. […] An enlarged uterus is a rare symptom, affecting less than 5% of women with uterine polyps.