Patient's question:
Female, 37 years old. I went through menopause two years ago, but recently I've been experiencing intense itching in the external genitalia and around the vaginal opening, and the odor of my discharge is also quite strong. Please ask: If I have cervicitis, what treatment methods are most effective?Doctor's answer:
Cervicitis is a common disease among women of childbearing age, with two types: acute and chronic. Acute cervicitis often occurs concurrently with acute endometritis or acute vaginitis, but chronic cervicitis is more prevalent. It is recommended to base the treatment on local therapy. For cases with a large area of erosion or deeper inflammation, cryotherapy, laser therapy, or electrocautery can be used. For smaller areas of erosion or superficial inflammation, local medication can be administered. During the period from treatment to complete healing, it is important to maintain external genital cleanliness, avoid tub baths, sexual intercourse, and vaginal douching, and to follow up regularly for healing progress. Special attention should be paid to the fact that improper treatment, such as incorrect operation and use of electrocautery and laser therapy, may lead to cervical stenosis or scarring, which can also affect fertility.