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I had a dandc about one month ago and a large polyp was removed, The surgeon told me I have hyperplasia in the center of the polyp. He mentioned I could take progesteron but there could be a risk. I am 75 years young and in basically good health. I did get some blood clots after a hip surgery a year ago.
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Yes, your surgeon was right. Progesterone can cause regeneration of polyps. It can even cause irregularities in polyps and make them malignant. Progesterone can also cause worsening in blood clots. So better not to take progesterone unless it is mandatory.
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Is Taking Progesterone After Polyp Removal Safe?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Yes, your surgeon was right. Progesterone can cause regeneration of polyps. It can even cause irregularities in polyps and make them malignant. Progesterone can also cause worsening in blood clots. So better not to take progesterone unless it is mandatory. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.