Patient's question:
Is the full-vaginal microwave used to treat vaginitis or cervical erosion? Is there any harm in stopping after just one session? How much harm does red light do to the cervix? I have cervical erosion ranging from degree 2 to degree 3, vaginitis, and pelvic inflammation. I received treatment with a pelvic therapy device that had a thick iron rod inserted into my vagina, giving a warm sensation, while a warm device was placed on my abdomen. Was this microwave treatment? The device was labeled as a pelvic inflammation treatment device, but the doctor said it was different from microwave treatment—is that correct? The hospital I visited for follow-up is a outpatient clinic. I would like to ask the doctors if this treatment is of the same nature as microwave treatment. How is true microwave treatment performed? Is there any danger in stopping after just one session and transferring to a tertiary hospital for treatment?Doctor's answer:
Microwave therapy has different applications. It can be used for surgical treatment of cervical erosion; it can also be used for therapeutic and health care purposes. The nature is different. The treatment you mentioned is the latter, which is aimed at pelvic inflammatory disease and vaginitis. There is no danger. Vaginitis poses significant harm to patients. Once symptoms are detected, it is important to seek medical attention promptly and pay close attention to self-care, such as eating more vegetables and fruits and avoiding irritating foods. We hope that patients with vaginitis can receive professional treatment.