Patient's question:
A few days ago, I had vaginal bleeding. Today, I went for a follow-up examination and the doctor said there was some discharge in the vagina, indicating cervical inflammation. They prescribed medication to be inserted into the vagina and a topical cleaning solution. However, after going home, it started to peel again. Can I still use the medication? Was the peeling caused by accidental friction during the examination or something else? How should I treat the vaginal bleeding?Doctor's answer:
Cervicitis is most common among women who have had sexual activity. It is divided into acute and chronic types. Acute cervicitis often occurs concurrently with acute endometritis or acute vaginitis. The main symptom of chronic cervicitis is an increase in leukorrhea. The leukorrhea is typically milky and mucous-like, sometimes yellow or purulent. When polyps are present, it may result in bloody leukorrhea or postcoital bleeding. When the inflammation spreads to the pelvic area, it can cause lower back pain, lower abdominal discomfort, and dysmenorrhea.Integrated Chinese and Western medicine treatment has significant advantages in this regard, as it is less likely to lead to drug resistance. Attention should be paid to sexual hygiene, and close relatives should thoroughly remove smegma from the penis. During the treatment of chronic cervicitis, sexual activity must be strictly prohibited. Local medication should be discontinued during menstruation. During the treatment period, spicy and greasy foods should be avoided.