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Published At July 4, 2023
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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have scheduled surgery to remove a small cervical polyp and at the same time, my period is due. Should I rearrange? Also how long after removal should I wait before having sex again?

Kindly help.

Answered by Dr. Balakrishnan R

Hello,

Thank you for stopping by!

I am here to provide expert opinions on your medical issues.

It is always better to postpone any procedures, anywhere in your body when you are on your period. It will be difficult for the doctor too, as the bleeding will keep interfering with the clear margins or any small adjacent polyps. It will be better for you too, as during periods you will be a bit tired, it will be exaggerated by the procedure. During periods the blood flow to the uterus is high and any procedure will cause more blood loss. Usually, the removal of the polyp is a simple method, where the polyp is just rotated many times till the root gets cut on its own. So there will not be significant bleeding too. Avoid sex for 7 to 10 days minimum. Better you rearrange the procedure to 3 to 6 days after the period has fully stopped.

I hope this has helped you. Thank you.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Balakrishnan R
Dr. Balakrishnan R

Obstetrics and Gynecology

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