Lotsha FM health talk
What is cervicitis?
The cervix is the lowest part of the uterus. It extends slightly into the vagina. This is where menstrual blood exits the uterus. During labor, the cervix dilates to allow a baby to pass through the birth canal (endocervical canal).
Like any tissue in the body, the cervix can become inflamed for a variety of reasons. Inflammation of the cervix is known as cervicitis.
What are the symptoms of cervicitis?
🖊️Some women with cervicitis experience no symptoms. When symptoms are present, they can include:
▫️abnormal vaginal
▫️bleeding
▫️ Persistent gray or white vaginal discharge that may have an odor
▫️vaginal pain
▫️pain during intercourse
▫️ A feeling of pelvic pressure
▫️backaches
N.B: The cervix can become very inflamed if cervicitis progresses. In some cases, it can develop an open sore. Pus-like vaginal discharge is a symptom of severe cervicitis
Causes of Cervicitis?
🖊️Acute cervicitis is typically due to a sexually transmitted infection (STI), such as:
▫️ Herpes simplex or
▫️genital herpes
▫️chlamydia
▫️trichomoniasis
▫️gonorrhea
Infection with HPV that has progressed may cause cervical inflammation, which is usually a later sign of cervical cancer or precancer.
It can also be the result of an infection due to other factors that could include:
▫️ An allergy to spermicide or condom latex
▫️ A cervical cap or diaphragm
▫️ Sensitivity to the chemicals found in tampons
▫️ Regular vaginal bacteria
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