Uterine polyps are growths or small lumps that develop in the lining of the uterus, which is the organ where a baby can grow during pregnancy. These polyps are usually non-cancerous and can cause irregular bleeding or fertility problems in some women. They can be easily removed if needed.
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«uterine»
«polyp»
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- Uterine polyps attach to your uterus by a large base or a thin stalk and can grow to be several centimeters in size. (mayoclinic.org)
- Irregular menstrual bleeding, bleeding after menopause, excessively heavy menstrual flow or bleeding between periods could signal the presence of uterine polyps. (mayoclinic.org)
- Oestrogen dominance was what I determined was behind a large uterine polyp that I had cut out in 2010. (kresserinstitute.com)
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