Patient's question:
Does cervical inflammation cause vaginitis? I have moderate cervical inflammation, and now after a thorough examination at the hospital, I found that I also have vaginitis. Sometimes the external genitalia itch.Doctor's answer:
The clinical manifestations of cervical inflammation are an increase in leukorrhea. Acute cervical inflammation presents with purulent leukorrhea, accompanied by lower abdominal and lumbosacral pain, or symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, and dysuria (bladder irritation). Chronic cervical inflammation, on the other hand, presents with creamy, viscous leukorrhea or yellowish-purulent discharge. In cases of severe cervical erosion or cervical polyps, the leukorrhea may be bloody or may cause tearing after sexual intercourse. It is not advisable to take medication long-term, as this can lead to drug resistance and dysbacteriosis, potentially causing more severe inflammatory infections. It is recommended to adopt a combined traditional Chinese and Western medical approach for treatment, which will not contribute to drug resistance and will yield better therapeutic outcomes. Maintain good personal hygiene habits, keep the external genitalia and vagina clean, and practice moderate sexual activity between partners. Avoid inappropriate vaginal douching.