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Regular visits to your doctor for an annual Pap test and pelvic exam are important because a direct examination is the best way to identify cervical polyps.
Treatment
Cervical polyps are removed surgically, usually in a doctor's office. A special instrument, known as a polyp forceps, is used to grasp the base of the polyp stem, and the polyp is plucked with a gentle, twisting motion. Bleeding is usually brief and limited. Nonprescription, mild pain medication such as...
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Colon Polyps
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
Prevention The danger from polyps is that most cases of colon cancer spring from these growths. You can lower your chances of developing cancerous... Read more »
Cervical polyps
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
The health care provider can remove polyps during a simple, outpatient procedure. Gentle twisting of a cervical polyp may remove it. Larger polyps... Read more »
Nasal polyps
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
PreventionAlthough there is no real way to prevent nasal polyps, therapy aimed at the cause can help. Nasal sprays, antihistamines, and allergy shots... Read more »
Vocal Cord Nodules And Polyps
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Vocal cord nodules and polyps are small growths that develop on the vocal cords of some people.The vocal cords are the folds of mucous membrane in... Read more »
Colorectal polyps
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Intestinal polyps; Polyps - colorectal; Adenomatous polyps; Hyperplastic polyps; Villous adenomasPreventionThe following is recommended to reduce the... Read more »
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