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Re: Can polyps cause bleeding even if they aren't disturbed?

From: R. Daniel Braun, MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 31 May 2001 20:27:20 -0500 (CDT)

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In reply to: BethAnn: "Can polyps cause bleeding even if they aren't disturbed?"

At Thu, 31 May 2001, BethAnn wrote: >
>Hi,
>
>I saw my OB on Tuesday May 29 for light vaginal bleeding. I am 23 weeks
>along and have had a polyp hanging from the OS of my cervix that is
>about the size of a marble since finding out I was pregnant. I haven't
>had sex for over 3 weeks and am wondering how the polyp could be
>bleeding if it hasn't been irritated at all? Also I've had a non odorous
>discharge with the bleeding. My OB mentioned putting a loop around the
>polyp so it would come off, so they could determine if the bleeding is
>coming from the polyp or cervix. Please give your opinions.
>
>Sincerely,
>Beth

The bacteria in the vagina can cause the polyp to bleed, not to mention just moving around.

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