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Women's Health & Pregnancy

Cervical Polyp Removal in Windhoek

Simple in-room removal of a polyp from the cervix.

About this service

Cervical polyp removal in Windhoek at Eastgate Clinic is a simple in-rooms procedure to remove a small, usually benign growth from the cervix. Cervical polyps can sometimes cause spotting between periods, bleeding after intercourse, or unusual discharge, though many are found incidentally during a routine examination. Your doctor will examine the cervix in our rooms and, if a polyp is suitable for straightforward removal, will remove it during the same visit in most cases.

The sample is generally sent for laboratory confirmation to make sure everything looks as expected. Book a consultation if you have noticed unusual bleeding or discharge, or if a polyp has already been identified.

What to expect

  • An in-rooms examination to view and assess the polyp
  • Removal is often possible during the same visit
  • Mild spotting or cramping afterwards is common and usually settles
  • The sample is typically sent for laboratory confirmation
  • Your doctor will discuss the results and any follow-up needed

Who is it for?

You may be advised to have this if you are dealing with:

  • Spotting between periods or after intercourse
  • Unusual vaginal discharge
  • A polyp identified during a routine examination or Pap smear
  • Irregular bleeding your doctor wants to investigate
  • Wanting a known cervical polyp removed

Frequently asked questions

What causes a cervical polyp and does it need removing?

Cervical polyps are small, usually harmless growths that can cause spotting or discharge. Your doctor may recommend removing one to stop the symptoms and to send it for laboratory confirmation.

How is a cervical polyp removed in the rooms?

The polyp is gently twisted or snipped off during a speculum examination, often at the same visit it is found. No anaesthetic is usually needed and you can go home straight afterwards.

Can a cervical polyp be cancerous?

The vast majority are benign. Sending the removed tissue to the laboratory confirms this, and your doctor will discuss the report with you at follow-up.

Ready to book your cervical polyp removal?

Choose a date and time online and we will confirm your appointment at Eastgate Clinic in Windhoek. Medical aid and private patients welcome.