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Could A Latex Condom Cause A Cervical Polyp
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What Is It?
The cervix is the lower part of the uterus. It is a tube-like channel that connects the uterus to the vagina. Cervical polyps are growths that usually appear on the cervix where it opens into the vagina. The polyps are usually cherry-red to reddish-purple or grayish-white. They vary in size and often look like bulbs on thin stems. Cervical polyps are usually benign (not cancerous) and can occur alone or in groups. Most polyps are small, about 1 centimeter to 2 centimeters long....
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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