Patient's question:
Doctor, hello:I had laser physical therapy for cervical erosion at a local traditional Chinese medicine hospital in July. It has been nearly three and a half months since then. A few days ago, I had a gynecological examination at the local Women and Children's Hospital, and it was still found to be infected. The doctor said the laser treatment wasn't done properly. I would like to ask the doctor whether I should have another round of laser treatment, take medication, or apply topical medication. First question supplement: Which medications are relatively effective for treatment?
Doctor's answer:
Cervical erosion is a common gynecological disease, with causes including mechanical irritation or injury such as sexual activity, miscarriage, and lacerations during childbirth, as well as bacterial invasion leading to cervical inflammation. In mild cervical erosion, patients generally have no obvious symptoms. They may only experience a slight increase in leukorrhea, which is often easily overlooked. Many patients with cervical erosion are discovered during routine check-ups or when seeking medical attention for other gynecological conditions.Moderate to severe cervical erosion patients most commonly exhibit symptoms such as increased leukorrhea, which is yellow, viscous, or mixed with blood streaks. In some cases, post-coital bleeding may occur. Long-term stimulation of the external genitalia by inflammatory leukorrhea can also lead to vulvar pruritus. Additionally, since the cervical lymphatic channels directly communicate with the parametrial connective tissue, inflammation can spread to the pelvic cavity through the lymphatic system, causing parametritis and symptoms such as lower back and sacral pain, as well as lower abdominal fullness. In some cases, infertility may also be attributed to cervical erosion.
For moderate to severe cervical erosion, physical therapy is generally the preferred treatment, such as laser, microwave, BOM light, red light, LEEP, etc. It is recommended that you visit a hospital and consult a doctor to choose a treatment method suitable for you. After surgery, sexual activity, tub baths, and personal hygiene should be avoided. Rest, proper nutrition, and attention to cleanliness are important. During the healing period of the wound (4–8 weeks), tub baths, sexual activity, and vaginal irrigation should be prohibited. Regular follow-up appointments are necessary after treatment.