Patient's question:
I had an abortion last year. Later, when I had a follow-up examination, everything was fine, no problems at all. But this year, I noticed pain in that area. The day before yesterday, after a thorough check-up, they said I have cervicitis. I am usually very clean, but I don't know what could have caused this?Doctor's answer:
1. Mechanical effects or injury: The recurrence of cervical inflammation is related to sexual activity. Natural or induced abortion, diagnostic curettage, and childbirth can all cause cervical injury, leading to inflammation. Adult women should pay attention to breastfeeding, prevent or reduce induced abortion procedures, and pay attention to postpartum hygiene to prevent postpartum infections.2. Pathogenic infection: The most common causes are purulent inflammation induced by Staphylococcus, Escherichia coli, Streptococcus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, etc. Viruses, trichomonads, and other pathogens can also lead to cervical inflammation.
3. Chemical substance effects: Using certain acidic or alkaline solutions to rinse the vagina, or inserting suppositories into the vagina, can all lead to cervical inflammation.