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Medical Conditions - Endometrial Polyp

Endometrial or uterine polyps are an overgrowth of the cells of the endometrium, which is the inner lining of the uterus. These growths are usually noncancerous, but sometimes it turns cancerous. It can cause symptoms like irregular menstrual bleeding, bleeding after menopause, infertility, and intermenstrual bleeding.

All endometrial polyp Q&A

Did I have a miscarriage if I had clots during my period?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The symptoms you mentioned could be due to pregnancy, which may not have been healthy, and we cannot predict.

Can an endometrial polyp grow so quickly in a span of eight weeks?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. From the ultrasound picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity) you have provided, it does not look like polyp in the endometrium.

Why do I experience large clots a week before my period?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand how distressing and exhausting this situation must feel, especially when you are dealing with heavy bleeding and large clots.

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Can MRI with contrast detect endometrial problems?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. There is a likelihood of serum progesterone deficiency. ET(endometrial thickness) of 7.7 indicates a luteal phase defect, and spotting indicates irregular shedding.

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What causes irregular menstrual bleeding?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. A menstrual cycle longer than 38 days is considered infrequent or irregular.

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How to manage prolonged periods in a 25-year-old?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. Continuous bleeding for three months is not normal and requires urgent evaluation.

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What is spotting and why does it occur?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The endometrium has numerous glands, and endometrial polyps are an overgrowth of these endometrial glands that protrude into the uterine cavity. These polyps are benign.

Is spinal anesthesia safer than GA for my polypectomy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Regarding your query, your surgery can be done under spinal or epidural anesthesia. It is a much safer option than general anesthesia.

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Why is my period blood black 7 months after abortion?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. That is quite a short history. Having black or altered blood in the first few months after abortion is common. We have to rule out the following possibilities.

What could result in sudden excruciating lower abdomen pain?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are right to be concerned.

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