Tumors growing on some mucous membrane, the nose, ear, anus or vaginal passage, the latter most common. They are attached by a stack or pedicle varying in length or thickness, red in color, smooth and pear-shaped. They vary in size; when small are concealed from view, but protrude as they grow. A mucous matter, tinged with blood and offensive in smell is sometimes discharged.

Treatment consists in their removal by tying a strong white silk thread tightly around the neck of the polypi till the neck is cut through and the tumor drops off. They can also be removed by an ecraseur, an instrument made for this purpose. Bathe the parts freely for a few days with Goulard Water.