Cervical ectropion is a condition in which cells inside the cervix develop outside it and form a red, inflamed patch. Cervical ectropion, or cervical erosion, is not usually a health concern. However, because of the way it looks, some people might worry that it is an early stage of cervical cancer.
Is cervical ectropion serious?
Cervical ectropion is considered a benign condition, not a disease. Many women aren’t even aware they have it until it’s found during a routine examination. It’s not usually associated with serious health concerns. If you’re pregnant, it won’t harm your baby.
Can cervical ectropion go away?
Symptoms of cervical ectropion
Most of the time, cervical ectropion does not cause any symptoms. It usually goes away without treatment.
How is cervical ectropion treated?
Cryocautery is a freezing technique used to treat the ectropion. A small probe with a metal tip is placed onto the cervix or the cervix is treated with a cold spray. The treatment lasts approximately 90 seconds and you may experience some period like pains during this time. Local anaesthetic is not required.
How long does cervical ectropion last?
Treatment is not usually necessary and symptoms will resolve by themselves. If you are pregnant, the ectopy will usually disappear by itself within 3-6 months following the birth of your baby. Sometimes an ectopy can cause recurrent vaginal infections or abnormal bleeding between periods.
Why would you have your cervix cauterized?
Cervical Cauterization is a procedure wherein heat (or diathermy) is used for treating the cells on the neck of the cervix. This procedure causes delicate, easily broken cells to grow into newer, healthy and strong cells which are unlikely to result in discharge or irregular bleeding.
Can ectropion cervix affect fertility?
If you’re pregnant and diagnosed with ‘eroded cervix’, then it’s most likely that hormonal changes during pregnancy are the cause of the cervical inflammation. Please rest assured that it won’t interfere with your pregnancy in the slightest, and it doesn’t affect your baby at all.
How common is cervical ectropion?
It is seen in 5 to 25 percent of women with cervical ectropion. The fine blood vessels in the epithelium are torn very easily during sexual intercourse, leading to postcoital bleeding. [20] Cervical ectropion is one of the common causes of vaginal bleeding in the third trimester of pregnancy.
Why does cervix bleed when touched?
This is because of the increased blood supply in the tissues surrounding the cervix. This increased sensitivity means that any irritation to the cervix, such as intercourse or an internal examination, can result in spotting or bleeding.
