Are polyps cancerous?

Most endometrial polyps are benign. A specialist assesses them and, where appropriate, may recommend removal, which also allows them to be examined.

What is a hysteroscopy?

It's a procedure using a fine camera to look inside the uterus. It can confirm a polyp and often remove it at the same time.

Endometrial Polyps: What They Are

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Published: 2026-06-29

Endometrial polyps: what they are and assessment

Endometrial polyps are usually benign overgrowths of the lining of the uterus. They're common and often cause no problems.

When they do, they can lead to irregular bleeding. This page explains what they are and how they're assessed.

Key points

Polyps are usually benign overgrowths of the uterine lining.
They can cause irregular bleeding or bleeding between periods.
They're assessed with ultrasound and sometimes hysteroscopy.
Management depends on symptoms and findings.

Last reviewed 29 June 2026

Symptoms

Polyps may cause changes in bleeding, or none at all.

Bleeding between periods
Irregular or heavier periods
Sometimes bleeding after menopause
Often no symptoms

Diagnosis: what to expect

Polyps are often first suspected on a pelvic ultrasound. A hysteroscopy, a look inside the uterus with a fine camera, may be used to confirm and, where appropriate, remove them.

Options

Management depends on symptoms and findings, and is decided with a clinician. Some polyps are simply monitored; others may be removed, often during hysteroscopy.

When to see a specialist

If you have irregular bleeding, or a polyp is found on a scan, a specialist can explain what it means and the options.

Frequently asked questions

Sources & further reading

This page is structured around information from reputable Australian health bodies:

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Written & medically reviewed by

Dr Priya Sivadas

FRANZCOG, CREI, MMed · Fertility and Gynaecology Specialist

Last reviewed: 29 June 2026

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