Cervicitis

What is Cervicitis?

The cervix is located at the end of uterus, reaching into the vagina. When the exterior tissues of the cervix become inflamed, usually through infection, this is called cervicitis. About half of all women will experience one bout or more of cervicitis in their lifetimes. Cervicitis has several causes. A common cause is insertion of foreign material, such as a diaphragm, cervical cap, spermicidal and tampons into the vagina. Some women develop cervicitis in response to latex allergies, where latex is present in either condoms or diaphragms, or through allergy to spermicidal.

Cervicitis is an inflammation of the cervix the lower part of the uterus extending about an inch into the vaginal canal. Most commonly, cervicitis is the result of an infection, although it can also be caused by injury or irritation (a reaction to the chemicals in douches and contraceptives, for example, or a forgotten tampon). The first symptom of cervicitis is likely to be a vaginal discharge that becomes more pronounced immediately following your menstrual period. Other signs include bleeding, itching, or irritation of the external genitals; pain during intercourse; a burning sensation during urination; and lower back pain. In its mildest form, you may not notice any symptoms at all, but a more severe case of cervicitis can cause a profuse, almost pus like, discharge with an unpleasant odor, accompanied by intense vaginal itchiness or abdominal pain. If the infection gets into your system, you may also have fever and nausea

Causes and Symptoms of Cervicitis :

Cervicitis is probably the most common of all gynecological disorders, affecting half of all women at some point in their lives. Any woman, regardless of age, who has had even one sexual encounter and who is experiencing abdominal pain or an unusual vaginal discharge may have it. Despite the fact that it is so common, cervicitis does not yield to self diagnosis, because its symptoms if any can easily be confused with those of other common ailments, including vaginitis. Untreated, cervicitis can lead to problems conceiving or delivering a healthy baby. But there is good news: Cervicitis can be readily diagnosed by your doctor and successfully treated with a wide variety of drugs and procedures.

Symptoms of cervicitis include vaginal discharge, which may be odorous, and colored grey, yellow or white. Vaginal bleeding not related to normal menstruation may be noted. Vaginal bleeding after sexual contact, or after menopause are signs of irritation of the cervix. Vaginal pain is usually present and those affected may feel as though their pelvis is under pressure. Sexual intercourse may be painful. Diagnosis is made through physical examination of the vagina. When cervicitis is present, the cervix will appear red and swollen. Usually a few swabs of the vagina are taken to rule out sexually transmitted diseases and bacterial infection. Vaginal discharge is also evaluated for evidence of disease. Evidence of cervicitis caused by bacterial infection or by illnesses like gonorrhea is treated with antibiotics. Cervicitis caused by yeast infection may be treated with anti-fungal medication. Cervicitis caused by allergies to latex usually means counseling to change sexual habits and contraception methods.

Those with cervicitis caused by illness, allergy or infection are likely to make a full recovery when treated with the appropriate medications, or when they change contraceptives. In rare cases, cervicitis of unknown cause will persist for years, and is a main cause of pain for women during intercourse.

Ayurvedic treatments and tips for Cervicitis

Ayurvedic Cervicitis Healer Kit :