Patient's question:
For the past month, my leukorrhea has been yellow, and sometimes my external genitalia are slightly itchy.Doctor's answer:
1. Long menstrual period: Excessive menstrual duration is one of the causes of cervical erosion. Women with a short menstrual cycle and long duration have a higher incidence of cervical erosion.2. Frequent sexual activity: Cervical erosion is also caused by intense sexual activity. Sexual frequency should not be too high, with 2-3 times per week being ideal.
3. Unhygienic sexual activity: Many women develop cervical erosion due to factors related to their male partners. The foreskin of the male often harbors dirt and, indirectly leading to cervical erosion in women. Therefore, it is essential to clean sexual organs before sexual activity and pay attention to hygiene, as this is also a cause of cervical erosion.
4. Multiple induced abortions: Each induced abortion causes some degree of damage to the cervix, providing an opportunity for pathogens to invade and thus leading to cervical erosion. Women who do not want to become pregnant should pay close attention to contraception to avoid repeated abortions.
5. Abnormal menstrual flow: Excessive menstrual flow and prolonged periods can cause the squamous epithelium of the cervix to become immersed in alkaline secretions and menstrual blood. Long-term exposure to such stimuli can lead to inflammation; alternatively, congenital erosion with decreased estrogen levels can cause cervical congestion, leading to the proliferation and downward migration of cervical columnar epithelium, resulting in mild cervical erosion. This is also a cause of cervical erosion.