Patient's question:
Female, 48 years old, recently experiencing increased vaginal discharge, which is mucopurulent in nature, sometimes bloody or mixed with blood streaks. After examination, it was diagnosed as cervicitis. Please ask if it is chronic cervicitis, a first-degree cervical lesion, and how to treat it.Doctor's answer:
HPV positive, it means you have been infected with human papillomavirus, and it is of high risk type. Bleeding during intercourse is related to cervicitis. It is recommended to use antiviral drugs for treatment or follow doctor's advice. Pay attention to hygiene, engage in more outdoor activities. Women should maintain cleanliness of the external genitalia, avoid contact with irritants, and wash more often during hot weather or menstruation. Change underwear daily and wash with warm water.