Patient's question:
Female, 52 years old. I went through menopause two years ago, but recently I've been experiencing intense itching in the outer labia and around the vaginal opening, and the discharge has a strong odor. Please ask: How should cervical erosion be treated?Doctor's answer:
Hello, the concept of "cervical erosion" has now been discontinued, and it is replaced with "cervical columnar epithelial metaplasia." If there are no discomforts, treatment is not necessary. It is recommended to carefully observe whether there are any abnormal secretions, cervical inflammation, etc. If there are, targeted treatment should be conducted. If not, maintaining good personal hygiene, keeping the area clean and dry, eating a light diet, and avoiding sexual activity temporarily can help the condition improve gradually. For patients with cervical erosion, in addition to immediate treatment, it is also important to pay attention to self-care, such as maintaining good hygiene in the private area and avoiding sexual activity during medication. Lastly, female patients are advised to undergo regular follow-up examinations!