Patient's question:
Female, 33 years old, experiencing lower abdominal pain for a while, abnormal vaginal discharge, and increasing menstrual flow. After examination, she was diagnosed with oily cervical inflammation. She wants to consult about what causes cervical inflammation.Doctor's answer:
Cervical inflammation is classified as acute or chronic. Acute cervical inflammation is primarily caused by sexually transmitted pathogens, or it may develop after infectious miscarriage, postpartum transmission, cervical injury, or the presence of vaginal foreign bodies. Its clinical manifestations include: increased vaginal discharge, which is mucopurulent in nature, itching and burning sensation in the external genitalia, accompanied by lower back pain and lower abdominal pressure pain. It may also lead to intermenstrual bleeding or postcoital bleeding. Additionally, it often presents with lower urinary tract symptoms such as urinary urgency, frequency, and dysuria, causing significant discomfort for women. It is important to maintain good hygiene and keep the external genitalia clean to prevent pathogens from entering. Good contraceptive measures should be adopted to minimize mechanical injuries to the cervix. Sexual activity should be avoided during menstruation and postpartum to prevent pathogens from taking advantage of weakened defenses. At the same time, it is recommended to use vaginal suppositories (Yù Yīn Bǎo) for effective results.