What is Endocervicitis?

Description of the disease

Endocervicitis is an inflammation of the endocervical canal of the cervix, caused by various infections.

Symptoms may include lower abdominal pain, discharge, bleeding after intercourse, discomfort during intercourse.

Penetration of infectious agents (most commonly bacteria) into the endocervical canal.

A doctor may perform an examination, take swabs for analysis of infections, and prescribe ultrasound examination.

Treatment includes the use of antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs. In case of a chronic process, physiotherapy may be necessary.

Use of condoms, regular visits to the gynecologist for preventive examinations and treatment of inflammatory processes.

Gynecologist

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