How Long Is the Typical Recovery Time After the Removal of Uterine Polyps?
Last Updated Mar 26, 2020 10:03:17 PM ET
The typical recovery time after the removal of uterine polyps through dilation and curettage is a few days, according to Mayo Clinic. Immediately following the operation, patients may need to rest for a few hours in a recovery room to allow the effects of the general anesthesia to wear off.
The medical staff monitors the patient for complications, says Mayo Clinic. Some patients experience light bleeding and cramping for a few days after the treatment. The spotting may last for about a week, according to UPMC, and the woman's menstrual period may arrive late or early.
The doctor instructs the woman when it is safe for her to resume sexual relations and use tampons, says Mayo Clinic.
More From Reference
Will 5G Impact Our Cell Phone Plans (or Our Health?!)
The Secret Science of Solving Crossword Puzzles
Racist Phrases to Remove From Your Mental Lexicon
Is the Coronavirus Crisis Increasing America's Drug Overdoses?
Fact Check: What Power Does the President Really Have Over State Governors?
Festival of Sacrifice: The Past and Present of the Islamic Holiday of Eid al-Adha