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Cervicitis | inflammation in the cervix | it's causes, sign & symptoms, management etc.

CERVICITIS Cervicitis is an inflammation of the cervix, the lower, narrow end of your uterus that opens into the vagina. It's possible to have cervicitis and not experience any signs or symptoms. Among the signs and symptoms women sometimes notice are bleeding between menstrual periods and changes in vaginal discharge. Often, cervicitis results from a sexually transmitted infection, such as chlamydia or gonorrhea. Cervicitis can develop from noninfectious causes, too. Successful treatment of cervicitis involves treating the underlying cause of the inflammation. SYMPTOMS Most often, cervicitis causes no signs and symptoms, and you may only learn you have the condition after a Pap test or a biopsy for another condition. If you do have signs and symptoms, they may include: Large amounts of vaginal discharge that's green, brown or yellow and pus-like and that sometimes has an unpleasant odor Frequent, painful urination Pain during intercourse Vaginal bleeding after intercourse, not associated with a menstrual period CAUSES Possible causes of cervicitis include: Sexually transmitted infections. Most often, the bacterial and viral infections that cause cervicitis are transmitted by sexual contact. Cervicitis can result from common sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including gonorrhea, chlamydia, trichomoniasis and genital herpes. Allergic reactions. An allergy, either to contraceptive spermicides or to latex in condoms, may lead to cervicitis. A reaction to feminine hygiene products, such as douches or feminine deodorants, also can cause cervicitis. Bacterial overgrowth. An overgrowth of some of the bacteria that are normally present in the vagina (bacterial vaginosis) can lead to cervicitis. RISK FACTORS You're at greater risk of cervicitis if you: Engage in high-risk sexual behavior, such as unprotected sex, sex with multiple partners or sex with someone who engages in high-risk behaviors Began having sexual intercourse at an early age Have a history of sexually transmitted infections COMPLICATIONS Your cervix acts as a barrier to keep bacteria and viruses from entering your uterus. When the cervix is infected, there is an increased risk that the infection will travel into your uterus. Cervicitis that's caused by gonorrhea or chlamydia can spread to the uterine lining and the fallopian tubes, resulting in pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), an infection of the female reproductive organs that can cause fertility problems if left untreated. Cervicitis can also increase the risk of a woman getting HIV from an infected sexual partner. TESTS AND DIAGNOSIS To diagnose cervicitis, your doctor will likely perform a physical exam that includes: A pelvic exam. During this exam, your doctor checks your pelvic organs for areas of swelling and tenderness. He or she also may place a speculum in your vagina to view the upper part of the vagina and the cervix. A specimen collection. In a process similar to a Pap test, your doctor uses a small cotton swab or a brush to gently remove a sample of cervical and vaginal fluid. Your doctor sends the sample to a lab to test for infections. Lab tests also may be performed on a urine sample. TREATMENTS AND DRUGS You may not need treatment for cervicitis caused by something other than a sexually transmitted infection (STI). If you have cervicitis caused by an STI, both you and your partner are likely to need treatment. Prescription medications often can clear up the inflammation of cervicitis. Your treatment may include: An antibiotic medication, for a bacterial infection such as gonorrhea or chlamydia. An antiviral medication, for a viral infection such as genital herpes. However, antiviral medication doesn't cure herpes, which is a chronic condition and may be passed on to your partner at any time. Your doctor may recommend repeat testing for cervicitis caused by gonorrhea or chlamydia. #cervix #Abdul_Ghani_Khan