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Cervical Polyp
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Prevention & Expectations
What can be done to prevent the condition?
Little can be done to prevent cervical polyps. Routine pelvic exams may decrease the risk of cancer of the cervix developing from the polyp.
What are the long-term effects of the condition?
Since 99% of polyps are benign, there are no serious long-term problems. Vaginal bleeding patterns may be unpredictable. There is a less than 1% risk that cervical polyps may become cancerous.
What are the risks to others?
A cervical polyp is not contagious and does not pose a risk to others. However, sexually transmitted diseases associated with cervical polyps, such as Chlamydia trachomatis\. Sexually transmitted disease refers to any contagious disease transmitted from one person to another during sexual contact. ',CAPTION,'Chlamydia');" onmouseout="return nd();">chlamydia and human papilloma virus, are contagious.