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Could Polyp Cause Infertility?

I am 36 and have never had a child or tried to conceive one till last month. Because of my age, I wanted a completed checkup to see if anything is wrong. My doctor is suggesting that I have a polyp removed because it is a possible cause for infertility but on here I read an answer that stating that my body could take up to a year to heal enough to conceive ? Is that right ? It is only one polyp if that makes any difference.
Tue, 31 Mar 2015
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Hi,
Welcome to Healthcare Magic.

Yes even one uterine polyp can interfere with attachment of embryo to uterine wall resulting in infertility. As advised by your Gynecologist get it removed through Hysteroscope.
It just takes a FEW DAYS to heal after the surgery sine the endometrium (lining of uterus) has good blood supply. So don't worry. Go ahead with the surgery.
Take a tablet of folic acid daily.
To increase your chances of conception maintain normal BMI, quit smoking ( if you're a smoker) and have intercourse at least three times in a week.

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Could Polyp Cause Infertility?

Hi, Welcome to Healthcare Magic. Yes even one uterine polyp can interfere with attachment of embryo to uterine wall resulting in infertility. As advised by your Gynecologist get it removed through Hysteroscope. It just takes a FEW DAYS to heal after the surgery sine the endometrium (lining of uterus) has good blood supply. So don t worry. Go ahead with the surgery. Take a tablet of folic acid daily. To increase your chances of conception maintain normal BMI, quit smoking ( if you re a smoker) and have intercourse at least three times in a week. If you have any further concerns do contact me through Healthcare Magic