Uterine Polyps

Uterine polyps are benign tumours that grow on the endometrium or inner lining of the uterus and cause infertility because, when large, they can interfere with sperm transport or hinder the process of embryo implantation.

Causes

Although the specific cause of uterine polyps is not known, their growth is associated with the hormonal activity of the ovaries and in particular with the production of oestrogen.

There are a number of factors that may increase the risk of developing uterine polyps:

Anovulation

Arterial hypertension

Obesity

Be over 40 years old

Use of tamoxifen, a drug used in breast cancer treatment

Symptoms

Although uterine polyps are usually asymptomatic, they can manifest themselves through:

Menorrhagia (heavy menstrual periods)

Bleeding not related to menstruation

Bleeding after sex

Anaemia caused by frequent hemorrhages

Infertility

Recurrent miscarriages

Diagnosis

In addition to a physical examination and a review of the patient's medical history, procedures to diagnose uterine polyps may include:

- A transvaginal ultrasound or Gynecological vaginal ultrasound.
- A hysterosonogram.
- A hysteroscopy.

Can I have a baby if I have uterine polyps?

In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is particularly effective when pregnancy is desired because, while adenomyosis often disrupts the transport of eggs and sperm and the process of embryo implantation, IVF makes it possible to fertilize the egg in a laboratory and then place the most implantable embryos in the woman’s pre-conditioned uterus.

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