Cervical Polyp: Diagnosis & Tests

News Center

Health Centers

Medical Encyclopedia

Drugs & Medications

Diseases & Conditions

Medical Symptoms

Med. Tests & Exams

Surgery & Procedures

Injuries & Wounds

Diet & Nutrition

Special Topics

$\"$alt_text\"$ ');"); } else { echo" $\"$alt_text\"$ "; } ?>

You are here : 3-RX.com > Medical Encyclopedia > Diseases and Conditions > Cervical Polyp: Diagnosis & Tests
Category : Health Centers > Reproductive System

Cervical Polyp

Cervical Polyp | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

How is the condition diagnosed?

Many cervical polyps do not cause symptoms and are found by chance during a routine pelvic examination that includes a Pap smear . During a pelvic exam, the cervix, vagina, and vulva are checked for signs of changes. To do a Pap smear, a healthcare provider uses a small spatula and a brush to gently scrape cells from the cervix. These cells are sent to a lab for testing.

Previous section		Next section
Cervical Polyp: Symptoms & Signs		Cervical Polyp: Prevention & Expectations

Author: Eva Martin, MD
Reviewer: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN
Date Reviewed: 07/13/01

$\"$alt_text\"$ ');"); } else { echo" $\"$alt_text\"$ "; } ?>