Erosion of the cervix: causes, symptoms, treatment

Erosion of the cervix - what it is, what are the causes of its appearance, and how it can be cured. Today we will talk about one of the most common female diseases.

Causes of cervical erosion

There are many reasons that can cause erosion. This is what makes it difficult to identify a specific source. Let's consider the most common ones.

• Sexually transmitted diseases. Disease-causing bacteria developing on the mucous membranes begin to destroy the latter. In addition, along with the onset of the disease, immunity is significantly weakened, which gives rise to a bunch of additional ailments.
• Diseases of an inflammatory nature. Such as colpitis, thrush, bacterial vaginosis, vaginitis. First of all, they are associated with a violation of the vaginal microflora.
• Mechanical damage to the mucous membrane, which includes childbirth, abortion and rough sex. Any, even the smallest cracks that occur as a result of these actions, can cause erosion.

In addition to the above factors, there are reasons that will serve as an additional impetus to the development of the disease. It:

• early onset of sexual activity;
• frequent change of sexual partners;
• a weakened immune system;
• hormonal disorder;
• menstrual irregularities.

Hormone problems may be indicated by too early (under 12 years old) or too late (over 16 years old) onset of menstruation. The reason for the onset of erosion can serve as hormonal drugs, which are taken for a long time (including in the treatment infertility). Pregnancy and childbirth that occurred before the age of 18, when the body has not yet fully formed, can cause erosion.

Smoking and often drinking alcoholic beverages, lack of sleep, poor nutrition, private stress, a sedentary lifestyle - all this can also be attributed to provocateurs, since for this reason the immunity is weakened.

Symptoms of cervical erosion

As a rule, cervical erosion is characterized by a lack of expression, or a weak severity of symptoms. A girl can go through her whole life with such a "quiet" disease and not even know about its existence. In addition, erosion can go away on its own. In the vast majority of cases, erosion is detected by a doctor who examines it.

But nevertheless, experts identify some characteristic manifestations of the disease:

• painful sensations during intercourse;
• barely noticeable vaginal discharge, which often appears after sex;
• slight pulling pain in the lower abdomen;
• profuse vaginal discharge, colorless and odorless.

An accurate diagnosis is established only after a complete examination of the affected focus. For greater persuasiveness, the specialist may prescribe additional tests. And only after that the treatment itself is prescribed.

Erosion of the cervix: types

Doctors distinguish between the following types of cervical erosion:

• Congenital. It looks like a bright red round formation. Appears in adolescence and adolescence. This is the only species that is able to regenerate without assistance. Degeneration into pathology is almost impossible.
• True. A bright red formation on the cervix, the diameter of which does not exceed 1 cm, has clear boundaries. The existence of true erosion is calculated for a maximum of two weeks, after which the stage of pseudo-erosion begins. The risk of the appearance of pathology is at a minimum.
• Pseudo-erosion. The red area near the outer os, mainly on the posterior lip. It can quietly exist for several months or several years. There are only rare cases when, at this stage, healing took place without assistance. If there is no cell atypia, then the chances of degeneration into oncology are very low. If the patient has the human papilloma virus, the risk increases.

Treatment of cervical erosion

Whatever the different "virtues" say, erosion cannot be cured with tampons dipped in sea buckthorn and other herbs. If you do non-surgical treatment, then only with the permission of a doctor. Otherwise, you risk spending a lot of money and getting absolutely no result. The earlier the disease was diagnosed, the easier and faster it can be cured.

All treatments can be divided into three types:

• Medication.
• Non-drug.
• Surgical.

In the first case, the cure occurs by taking anti-inflammatory drugs, which eliminate the cause of the disease, and also restore the mucous membranes of the tissues.

Non-drug treatments are drugs that act directly. Basically, these are candles. They have an antimicrobial effect and contribute to the normalization of the mucous membrane. Such treatment is highly effective, but only a doctor can prescribe a specific drug.

There is another type of surgical intervention - moxibustion. Very often, doctors prescribe just this method of treatment, considering it the fastest and most effective. This scares women, firstly, the word "moxibustion" itself sounds intimidating, and secondly, given the negative experience of 20 years ago, when the procedure was very painful, it is difficult to believe otherwise. There is also an opinion that after cauterization, scars remain, which will subsequently affect pregnancy.

But with medicine that has stepped forward, long-standing myths can be dispelled. Instead of one method, experts offer five variations of medical intervention based on moxibustion.

• Diathermocoagulation. In simple terms, this is a primitive removal of erosion with the help of a current, after which a burn is formed, which develops into a scar. The technique is very rough and any careless action on the part of the doctor can harm the healthy tissue of the cervix. The procedure itself is quite useful and it is possible that 2-3 sessions may be required instead of one. Now this technique is fading into oblivion, as it can really harm the reproductive functions of a woman, especially one who has not given birth.
• Cryotherapy. The essence of the technique is reduced to the impact on the affected area with a stream of liquid nitrogen. The affected area is determined very precisely, which allows healthy tissue to be unaffected. The process lasts about 10 minutes. At the time of the operation, the patient does not feel pain. The only sensations are as if something is pulling in the lower abdomen.
• Agonoplasma coagulation. A completely new method of erosion removal is laser exposure. No discomfort. However, some doctors advise against using this method for young ladies who have not given birth. Unfortunately, it is not possible to test agonoplasma coagulation in all clinics, mainly only in private institutions. This is due to the high cost of equipment.
• Radio wave radiation. Healing after such exposure occurs a month later. Scars are completely absent, the technique is absolutely painless and quick, but after the procedure, there may be sacral discharge.
• Chemical attack. Applicable only in cases where the affected area is small (no more than a penny coin in diameter). The area is treated with a special chemical compound that destroys the epithelium. Complete healing is not guaranteed and depends on the individual.

Regardless of the method of surgical treatment, it is carried out at the very beginning of the cycle... Until the moment of complete healing, under a strict prohibition, taking baths, overheating of the body and sex life.

Erosion prevention

In order to prevent the occurrence of erosion in the future, simple rules should be followed. First of all, it is worth realizing the importance of regular visits to the gynecologist. You need to pass through the gynecological chair twice a year. This will help to identify the problem at an early stage, which means it can be cured without the use of harsh methods.

Secondly, carefully monitor your intimate hygiene. Shower twice a day, especially during critical days. Have a decent sex life. When you start having sex with a new partner, use a barrier method of contraception in order to prevent STDs.

Does it hurt to cauterize cervical erosion

From all of the above, it is clear that the moxibustion of erosion, in most cases, does not even carry the slightest discomfort. But old and cheap methods can be painful. Now, knowing about all the methods of treatment, you can consult with your doctor, ask him about each and find out what exactly is right for you.

Alternative treatment of cervical erosion

The Internet is replete with a huge number of recipes from traditional medicine that promise to help in treatment. But even if you ventured into such a method of healing, discard each of them and include simple logic. All the reasons that cause erosion can be combined according to one sign - weakened immunity. This means that you should work on it. As soon as it hardens, the protective internal mechanisms will turn on and the chances of self-healing increase manifold.

In any treatment, so that this does not happen, always focus on eliminating the source that triggered the onset of the disease. If you do not identify and eliminate it, then the disease will come back again and again, constantly progressing. It is because of ignoring this point that most women burn erosion several times during their lives.

Attention, before self-medication, make sure that the sources are not STDs!

Erosion of the uterus during pregnancy

Erosion itself is not dangerous even during pregnancy... However, if it arose at the time of bearing a baby, it becomes especially important to identify the cause that led to its inception. If these are not infectious diseases that are sexually transmitted, then the doctor postpones treatment until the postpartum period, provided that the tests are within the normal range.

Erosion treatment - reviews

A lot of women do not attach importance to erosion and continue to walk with it. Of course, in some cases it may not make itself felt, but it is not uncommon for situations when at the most inopportune moment problems arise due to erosion. For example, the cervix may simply rupture during labor if there is erosion on it. Therefore, the importance of treatment is obvious. In addition, it is much more pleasant to realize that everything in the body functions “like a clock”.

Girls and women who decided on the erosion removal procedure were satisfied with the result. Most of them noted a positive trend in the normalization of the cycle and a decrease in pain during menstruation.