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Dr. Koop - Cervicitis- Health Encyclopedia and Reference Cervicitis is an inflammation of the cervix - the lower part of the uterus that extends about one inch into the vaginal canal. Cervicitis is probably the most common of all gynecological disorders, affecting half of all women at some point in their lives. Most commonly, cervicitis is the result of an infection, although it can also be caused by injury or irritation (as a reaction to the chemicals in douches and contraceptives, for example, or a forgotten tampon). www.drkoop.com /encyclopedia/93/448.html   (678 words)

Cervicitis - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Inflammation of the tissues of the cervix is known as cervicitis. Cervicitis can be caused by any of a number of infections, of which the commonest are chlamydia, genital herpes, and gonorrhea. Mucopurulent cervicitis (MPC) is characterized by a purulent or mucopurulent endocervical exudate visible in the endocervical canal or in an endocervical swab specimen. en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Cervicitis   (299 words)

Cervicitis Cervicitis is an inflammation of the uterine cervix, usually caused by infection. Cervicitis is very common, affecting more than half of all women at some point during their adult lives. Cervicitis may be a causative factor in dyspareunia (pain with intercourse). www.pennhealth.com /ency/article/001495.htm   (673 words)

Cervicitis- Health Encyclopedia and Reference Cervicitis is an inflammation of the cervix - the lower part of the uterus that extends about one inch into the vaginal canal. Cervicitis is probably the most common of all gynecological disorders, affecting half of all women at some point in their lives. Most commonly, cervicitis is the result of an infection, although it can also be caused by injury or irritation (as a reaction to the chemicals in douches and contraceptives, for example, or a forgotten tampon). www.healthcentral.tv /encyclopedia/408/448.html   (658 words)

Beaumont Hospitals | Cervicitis Cervicitis is an irritation of the cervix caused by a number of different organisms. Cervicitis is generally classified as either acute, meaning the onset of symptoms is severe and sudden, or chronic, lasting over a period of months or longer. Acute cervicitis can be caused by any of a number of infections such as gonorrhea, chlamydia, or herpes, and is often confused with vaginitis. www.beaumonthospitals.com /pls/portal30/site.web_pkg.page?xpageid=P00552   (401 words)

cervicitis Cervicitis often causes no symptoms at all, but some women will experience pain during intercourse, vaginal itching, a bloody vaginal discharge, or vaginal spotting or bleeding between periods (usually after vaginal intercourse). Cervicitis most often is caused by an STD, so it is important to use a condom every time you have sex and to limit the number of sexual partners you have. Cervicitis caused by trauma or an IUD is treated with an antibiotic targeted to the type of bacteria. www.aetnapharmacy.com /AP/ihtAP/r.WSIHW000/st.9339/t.9694.html   (935 words)

Cervicitis   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21) Sometimes cervicitis can be caused by a foreign body such as an intrauterine device (IUD), or by a forgotten tampon, diaphragm, or pessary. Cervicitis may not cause any symptoms and may only be discovered at a routine gynecologic examination. If cervicitis is caused by chlamydia or gonorrhea and the infection spreads into the fallopian tubes, it can cause pelvic pain and infertility. www.lakeside.ca /Patient_Info/cervicitis.htm   (441 words)

Cervicitis -- Women's Health Advisor   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21) Infections by bacteria or viruses are common causes of cervicitis. Cervicitis caused by bacteria or a virus is treated with antibiotics or antiviral medicines. Mild cervicitis usually is gone by the time you have taken all the medicine. www.medformation.com /ac/crswa.nsf/wha/wha_cervicit_crs.htm   (636 words)

HerbChina2000.com - Herbal Remedies - Cervicitis Cervicitis is an inflammation and irritation of the cervix. A rarer cause of cervicitis is trauma to the cervix, in childbirth or from an intrauterine device (IUD), which can lead to a bacterial infection. In cases of cervicitis attributed to foreign objects, infection is still frequently the cause, but the presence of the foreign object may make the cervix more susceptible to infection (irritated or raw areas, buildup of discharge, unsanitary insertion methods, etc.). www.herbchina2000.com /therapies/GCV.shtml   (921 words)

Cervicitis Inflammation or infection of the cervix There are two types and either may be contagious: Acute cervicitis which is usually a bacterial or viral infection with specific symptoms and chronic cervicitis which is a long-term infection that may not have symptoms. Acute cervicitis is usually caused by the organisms Neisseria gonorrhoeae or Chlamydia trachomatis. Chronic cervicitis is caused by repeated episodes of acute cervicitis, or one episode that is not treated long enough to heal completely. www.wramc.amedd.army.mil /education/pat_edu/womenhlth/Cervical/cervicitis.htm   (307 words)

Adult Health Advisor 2005.4: Cervicitis Infections by bacteria or viruses are common causes of cervicitis. Cervicitis caused by bacteria or a virus is treated with antibiotics or antiviral medicines. Cervicitis can become a more severe, long-term problem if it is not treated long enough to heal completely. www.med.umich.edu /1libr/aha/aha_cervicit_crs.htm   (645 words)

Cervicitis   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21) Cervicitis is a inflammation of the cervix (the opening into the uterus). The most common cause of cervicitis is infection, either local or as a result of various sexually transmitted diseases, such as chlamydia or gonorrhea. Cervicitis can also be caused by birth control devices such as a cervical cap or diaphragm, or chemical exposure. www.rwjhamilton.org /Atoz/ency/cervicitis.asp   (520 words)

* Cervicitis - (Disease): Definition   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21) CERVICITIS - Inflammation of the cervix secondary to bacterial infection. Cervicitis is an inflammation of the uterine, usually caused by infection. Their growth may be aided by estrogen, a female hormone, or by chronic cervical infection, known as cervicitis. www.bestknows.com /disease/cervicitis.html   (313 words)

Cervicitis Information on Healthline Cervicitis is a inflammation of the cervix (the opening into the uterus). The most common cause of cervicitis is infection, either local or as a result of various sexually transmitted diseases, such as chlamydia or gonorrhea. Cervicitis can also be caused by birth control devices such as a cervical cap or diaphragm, or chemical exposure. www.healthline.com /galecontent/cervicitis   (441 words)

Women's Health: What is meant by cervical erosion and cervicitis?   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21) The majority of women with cervical erosions have no problem but some are troubled by excessive discharge or bleeding after intercourse (post-coital bleeding). Cervical ectopy and cervicitis are not pre-malignant or malignant conditions. If it seems that a cervical erosion or cervicitis may be responsible for symptoms, it can be treated by freezing (cryotherapy – Figure 21.4) in the clinic or by cautery or laser in the operating theatre. www.2womenshealth.co.uk /21-03.htm   (449 words)

What is Cervicitis?   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21) Some women develop cervicitis in response to latex allergies, where latex is present in either condoms or diaphragms, or through allergy to spermicides. 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. www.wisegeek.com /what-is-cervicitis.htm   (493 words)

MayoClinic.com Health Library - Cervicitis Cervicitis is an inflammation of the cervix, the lower, narrow end of your uterus that opens into your vagina. Most often, cervicitis causes no signs and symptoms, and you may learn you have the condition as a result of a Pap test or a biopsy for another condition. Cervicitis that's caused by gonorrhea or chlamydia can spread to the uterine lining and the fallopian tubes, resulting in pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), an infection of the female reproductive organs, including the uterus, fallopian tubes, cervix and ovaries. www.riverside-online.com /health_reference/Womens-Health/DS00518.cfm   (1046 words)

Cervicitis - BC HealthFile #08f   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21) Cervicitis is an infection in the cervix or the opening of the womb. Cervicitis is very common and affects many women at some point during their adult lives. Cervicitis can be caused by gonorrhea, chlamydia, herpes, or sometimes other organisms that are not routinely tested for. www.bchealthguide.org /healthfiles/hfile08f.stm   (964 words)

Cervicitis Cervicitis, a common infection of the lower genital tract, is the inflammation of the cervix (this is the neck and outlet of a woman's uterus). Inflammation may be caused by infection from certain sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) or by injury to the cervix from a foreign object inserted in the vagina, from birth control devices such as the cervical cap or a diaphragm, or by cancer. If untreated, cervicitis may lead to pelvic inflammatory disease, infertility, ectopic pregnancy, chronic pelvic pain, spontaneous abortion, cervical cancer, or other complications during the delivery of a baby. www.emedicinehealth.com /cervicitis/article_em.htm   (183 words)

Patient Information -- CERVICITIS Cervicitis is an inflammation and/or infection of the cervix. Cervicitis is most often caused by sexually-transmitted bacteria or viruses such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, herpes, or others. If the cervicitis is considered to be bacterial, it is usually treated with an antibiotic (such as Doxycycline). healthcenter.uoregon.edu /patientinfo/cervicitis.htm   (209 words)

Cervicitis : Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD) : NYC DOHMH Cervicitis is an inflammation (irritation) of the lining of the cervix.The cervix is the tip of the uterus (womb), and extends down into the vagina.Men have no cervix, and therefore cannot get cervicitis.However,men can get a similar inflammation in the tube of the penis, called urethritis. Cervicitis may be accompanied by an infection of the urethra, the tube that empties the bladder, and in these cases, symptoms may include burning or pain during urination. Because cervicitis can be caused by sexually transmitted infections that require immediate attention such as chlamydia and gonorrhea, your provider may treat you with antibiotics even before final laboratory test results are back, just to be safe. www.nyc.gov /html/doh/html/std/stdc4.shtml   (731 words)

eMedicine - Cervicitis : Article by Anita B Varkey, MD Persistent infection with oncogenic HPV is the primary cause of cervical cancer and its precursor lesions. Cervicitis or pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is suspected if the patient has cervical motion tenderness, ie, she experiences pain or tenderness while the examiner gently moves the cervix from side to side. Causes: All of the infectious etiologies of cervicitis are STDs. www.emedicine.com /med/topic323.htm   (5146 words)

Cervicitis   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21) Infectious cervicitis may be caused by Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, herpes simplex or Trichomonas vaginalis. Chronic cervicitis is characterized by inflammation of the cervix without an identified pathogen Infectious cervicitis is most common in adolescents, but can be seen in women of any age www.5mcc.com /Assets/SUMMARY/TP0182.html   (63 words)

MoonDragon's Obgyn Information - Cervicitis Cervicitis is the inflammation or infection of the cervix. There are two types and either may be contagious: Acute cervicitis which is usually a bacterial or viral infection with specific symptoms and chronic cervicitis which is a long-term infection that may not have symptoms. Cervical examination, pap smear and culture and serological tests to determine infectious agent may all be necessary. www.moondragon.org /obgyn/disorders/cervicitis.html   (1763 words)

eMedicine - Cervicitis : Article by Latha Chandran, MD, MPH Pathophysiology: Cervicitis is caused by a sexually transmitted bacterial infection. Mucopurulent cervicitis is a clinical diagnosis, one typically characterized by friability of the cervix, mucopurulent discharge from the os, and increased numbers of polymorphs in endocervical secretions. Isolation of gonococci in cervical or vaginal secretions in a child is definitive evidence of sexual abuse. www.emedicine.com /ped/topic361.htm   (2155 words)

Cervicitis: Causes and Cures Cervicitis is an inflammation of the cervix—the lower part of the uterus extending about an inch into the vaginal canal. A pregnant woman with untreated cervicitis risks miscarriage, premature delivery, or infection of her newborn during delivery, leading to pneumonia, a severe eye infection, or blindness. Given the sensitivity in the cervical area, it is best to abstain from intercourse and to avoid tampons and douching for at least 2 weeks after treatment. www.healthsquare.com /fgwh/wh1ch05.htm   (3821 words)

CERVICITIS   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21) Cervicitis (sir-vih-si-tis) is an infection in your cervix (bottom part of your uterus). Cervicitis is a common female infection often spread during sex. If cervicitis is not treated, it may lead to serious problems. www.medformation.com /ac/mm_qdis.nsf/qd/nd0281g.htm   (322 words)

InteliHealth: Cervicitis can spread to your uterus, fallopian tubes or ovaries, which is a condition called pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). During the pelvic exam, your doctor will take a sample of discharge or pus from your cervical opening so it can be tested in a laboratory and examined under a microscope to determine if you have an infection such as gonorrhea, chlamydia, trichomoniasis or genital herpes. He or she may also check for yeast or bacterial vaginosis, which can cause similar symptoms, though they affect the vagina rather than the cervix. www.intelihealth.com /IH/ihtIH/WSIHW000/9339/9694.html   (1026 words)

ASCCP - Practice Recommendations - Practice Management Materials Cervicitis secondary to trichomoniasis results in coalescent erythematous patches giving a reverse punctation also called a “strawberry cervix”;. The mucopurulent cervicitis of chlamydia and gonorrhea is associated with prominent vascularity and hypertrophy of the cervical ectropion. Cervical ectopy is most pronounced in adolescence and the first pregnancy when squamous metaplasia is most active. www.asccp.org /edu/practice/cervix/colposcopy/benign.shtml   (840 words)

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