Will uterine polyps heal on their own?

Uterine polyps usually do not heal on their own, but some smaller polyps may fall off naturally during the menstrual cycle. Uterine polyps are benign lesions formed by local overgrowth of the endometrium, which may be related to abnormal hormone levels, chronic inflammatory stimulation and other factors.

Smaller uterine polyps may be shed as the lining of the uterus cyclically sheds, especially in premenopausal women, and fluctuations in hormone levels may cause the polyps to regress naturally. Such patients may only need regular check-ups to observe changes in polyps. If the polyp is less than 10 mm in diameter and is asymptomatic, your doctor may recommend not treating it temporarily and monitoring its changes with ultrasound.

Persistent uterine polyps usually require medical intervention. Polyps with a diameter of more than 10 mm, polyps that cause abnormal uterine bleeding or infertility, and polyps that persist after menopause require active treatment. Hysteroscopic polypectomy is a common treatment method, and medications are required to regulate hormone levels after surgery. Patients with endometrial inflammation also require anti-infective treatment.

It is recommended that women with abnormal vaginal bleeding, increased menstrual flow or infertility symptoms seek medical examination in time. After surgery, patients should keep the perineum clean, avoid strenuous exercise, and use ethinyl estradiol cyproterone tablets and other drugs as directed by the doctor to prevent recurrence. Annual gynecological ultrasound examination can help detect signs of recurrence early. Patients with obesity or hypertension need to control underlying diseases to reduce the probability of recurrence.