What is the uterine swelling?

The medical term for cervical swelling is cervicitis. Cervicitis is common and at some point in their lives affects more than half of all women. The most common cause of cervical swelling is sexually transmitted infection, although it can be caused by other infections such as bacterial vaginitis. Causes that are not attributed to infection include allergic reactions and irritation caused by foreign objects such as cervical caps. Some cases, especially cases associated with sexually transmitted infection, have no symptoms. Women with a high risk of sexually transmitted infections contracts should be tested regularly even if they do not experience symptoms. Some bleeding after sexual intercourse is normal and does not necessarily mean that it is present in vic swelling. However, all cases of irregular bleeding should be reported to the healthcare provider.

Unusual vaginal discharge has an unusual color such as gray or green. It may also have a disgusting odor. A large amount of dischargeIt is also unusual, regardless of color or odor. Like vaginal bleeding, vaginal discharge does not necessarily indicate cervicitis, but a doctor should be consulted.

The physician diagnoses the cause of the cervical swelling using pelvic tests and tests, such as for infection. A sample of any discharge will be taken and analyzed and a paint can also be done. The cervical biopsy is necessary in rare circumstances.

cervicitis treatment will depend on the cause. Antibiotics will be used for all bacterial infections, including bacterial vaginitis and sexually transmitted infections. If herpes is the cause, the antivirus drug can help. Yeast infection is treated with an antifungal pill or cream. In the case of infection, the female partner may also be treated to prevent reinfection. Postmenopausal women may need hormonal supplements.

If not presentAnd no infection, the provider will try to determine another cause. If a device such as a cervical cap is used, or if the patient has changed personal hygienic products, these products should be interrupted to determine if the symptoms will stop. If no cause is found, a biopsy may be performed to find the cause.

Sometimes, the swelling of the cervix will not disappear, even if these treatments are used. Cervicitis may take years if it does not respond to the treatment of a basic problem. Cryosurgia or freezing can be used to destroy some of the uterine tissue. Lasers and electrocauterization also work for this purpose.

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