What is Cervicitis?

Description of the disease

Cervicitis is an inflammatory condition of the cervix, typically caused by infection.

Classification

• Acute cervicitis
• Chronic cervicitis

Symptoms

• Abnormal vaginal discharge
• Pain in the lower abdomen
• Discomfort during sexual intercourse

Causes

Cervicitis is most commonly caused by bacterial infections such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, trichomoniasis, and others.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of cervicitis involves a gynecological examination, cervical smear analysis, and bacterial examination of discharges.

Treatment

The treatment of cervicitis depends on its cause, and typically involves the use of antibiotics.

Prevention

• Use of condoms
• Regular preventive check-ups with a gynecologist

Doctor

Gynecologist