Dilatation and Curettage is a a means of examining a woman under anaesthetic to look more closely at her internal vaginal organs, because everything can be determined much more clearly when the patient's muscles are relaxed. It can detect tumours, cysts, and other abnormalities. The procedure takes five to ten minutes and the oatuent is usually only away from home for a few hours. These cells spread into surrounding tissues and can travel to other parts of the body through lymphatic channels and blood vessels. If detected early enough it can be prevented.
Polyps vary in shape, size and location.
Most polyps are benign and rarely produce symptoms. It often begins in adolescence or young adulthood and is more frequent in women. At least one in six New Zealanders periodically have an attack of irritable bowel syndrome, although many never go to the doctor so the real number is unrecognised. Flare ups can come from stress, excessive intake of tea, coffee or alcohol, or excessive fatigue. Treatment is often as simple as a change in diet.