Patient's question:
Hello! During this year's physical examination, a gynecologist told me that I have mild cervical erosion. At that time, it was three days after my period, so I don't know if her diagnosis is correct. In fact, I have almost never felt any discomfort—how could I get this condition? She recommended that I buy medicine at their health check-up center at the time, but I felt she might be intentionally pushing sales, so I didn't buy it. I don't know what the actual symptoms of true mild cervical erosion are. My discharge is normal, without odor, and without discomfort.Thank you for your response!
Doctor's answer:
Hello, it is important to trust scientific physical examinations. Once diagnosed with cervical erosion, even if there are no symptoms, it is not advisable to be "completely at ease" and should be actively treated. Although cervical erosion is a benign disease caused by inflammation, a very small number of patients may develop cervical intraepithelial neoplasia, or even cervical cancer. There are many methods for treating cervical erosion. Physical therapy includes cryotherapy, laser therapy, infrared coagulation therapy, microwave therapy, and more. The principles of these therapies are basically the same: they cause the epithelial cells of the eroded cervix to die and fall off, and are then covered by new squamous epithelium. Physical therapy should be performed 3 to 7 days after the menstrual period ends. After the procedure, there may be an increase in vaginal discharge. If the wound does not heal within 2 months, it is forbidden to take a bath, have sexual intercourse, or undergo vaginal irrigation. Physical therapy has a good effect and causes less pain. The method to prevent cervical erosion is to pay attention to personal hygiene and undergo regular gynecological examinations.