Treatment methods for cervical inflammation

Cervical inflammation can be improved through drug treatment, physical therapy, surgical treatment and other methods, and may be related to factors such as pathogen infection, chemical stimulation, poor hygiene habits, radiation damage, foreign body stimulation and other factors.

1. Drug treatment

Medical treatment of cervical inflammation requires antibiotics or antiviral drugs depending on the type of pathogen. For bacterial infections, doxycycline hydrochloride tablets, azithromycin dispersible tablets, etc. can be used as directed by the doctor. ； For mycoplasma infection, levofloxacin hydrochloride capsules can be used ； Clotrimazole vaginal tablets can be used for fungal inflammation. It is recommended to use a combination of oral and topical medications in the acute stage, and for chronic inflammation, Chinese patent medicines such as Baofukang suppository can be used. Sexual intercourse is prohibited during treatment, and the spouse needs to be treated simultaneously.

2. Physical therapy

Physical therapy is suitable for patients with chronic cervicitis accompanied by erosion-like changes. Commonly used ones include laser therapy and cryotherapy, which use high or low temperatures to cause the diseased tissue to die and fall off. Vaginal discharge will occur after treatment, and bathing and strenuous exercise should be avoided for 1-2 months. This method may affect cervical elasticity, so nulliparous women should choose carefully.

3. Surgical treatment

For those with severe cervical erosion or suspected precancerous lesions, cervical conization or Lip knife surgery may be considered. Cervical conization removes diseased tissue through circular electrocution, and postoperative bleeding and infection need to be prevented. Surgical treatment may carry the risk of cervical insufficiency, and those planning pregnancy should fully communicate with their doctors. HPV and TCT need to be reviewed regularly after surgery.

4. Daily care

Keep your vulva clean and dry, choose cotton breathable underwear and change it daily. Change sanitary napkins frequently during menstruation and avoid using irritating vaginal lotions. Pay attention to sexual hygiene. Both parties need to clean their external genitalia before and after sex. Enhance immunity, work regularly and supplement vitamins appropriately.

5. Traditional Chinese Medicine conditioning

Traditional Chinese medicine classifies cervical inflammation as leucorrhea. For patients with damp-heat syndrome, Fuyankang tablets and Sophora flavescens gel can be used. For those with spleen deficiency and excess dampness, Chushi Leucorrhea Pills can be used. External treatment methods include Sophora flavescens decoction sitz bath or compound Cortex Phellodendron liquid lubricant for local wet compress. It is necessary to use syndrome differentiation and medication to avoid damaging the righteousness by taking cold and cooling medicines on your own.

Patients with cervical inflammation should avoid spicy and irritating foods and consume appropriate amounts of yogurt and other probiotic-containing foods. During treatment, wash your vulva with warm water every day and choose a shower rather than a bath. Perform regular gynecological examinations, especially if contact bleeding or abnormal discharge persists, seek medical attention promptly. During the acute attack, bed rest is required and heavy physical activity should be reduced.