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Cervicitis is an inflammation of the uterine cervix , usually caused by infection. |
Basic Info
Symptoms
Painful sexual intercourse; Pain in the vagina; Pressure or heaviness in the pelvis. Note: There may be no symptoms.
Causes
Cervicitis is most often caused by an infection. However, in a few cases it may be due to: An allergy to spermicides ...
Tests
A pelvic examination may show: Discharge from the cervix; Redness of the cervix; Swelling (inflammation) of the walls...
Treatments
Treatments include: Cryosurgery; Electrocauterization; Hormonal therapy (especially in postmenopausal women; Laser th...
Complications
Cervicitis may last for months to years. Cervicitis may lead to pain with intercourse (dyspareunia.
Prevention
Ways to reduce the risk of cervicitis include: Avoid chemical irritants such as douches and deodorant tampons; Avoid ...
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