Patient's question:
I am 32 years old this year. Since having twins, my health has not been very good. Recently, I have been feeling lower abdominal pain and cramps. My best friend told me to get a thorough check-up, saying that I might have cervical erosion. However, when I got the check-up, the doctor said it was vaginitis. I want to know what the difference is between cervical erosion and vaginitis?Doctor's answer:
When cervical erosion occurs, leukorrhea is usually yellow in color, viscous like mucus, and often odorless. Due to varying degrees of inflammatory stimulation, the recurrence of cervical erosion can differ. In vaginitis, leukorrhea is either yellow or white, mostly viscous and resembling cottage cheese in texture. The area around the external genitalia is often red and swollen, and urination may cause a burning sensation, with blisters also. Vaginitis also comes in many different types. It is recommended to seek early treatment and not wait for the inflammation to spread, leading to severe consequences during recovery. Cervical erosion is an easily recurring gynecological disease. During medication, women should pay attention to their self-care, especially in terms of hygiene. It is advised that patients maintain clean external genitalia, change underwear frequently, and finally, wish female patients a speedy recovery.