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Re: cervical changes after chilbirth

From: penny (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sat, 10 Apr 1999 16:15:05 -0500 (CDT)

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At Tue, 23 Mar 1999, Allison wrote: >
>Prior to my first pregnancy my cervix was round and firm to the feel. I
>am 17 months post partum. Recently, after intercourse, I noticed
>spotting. I examined myself to see if the bleeding was from the inside
>or outside of the vagina. I was suprised to notice that my cervix felt
>loose and "jagged". Is this a normal change in the feel of the cervix
>after childbirth? My last exam and pap were normal in 12/98.
Allison this is very common in women who have had a vaginal delivery. The cervix does not return to it's pre delivery form.If you are bleeding after intercourse or have pain or any discharge that is unusual you should seek medical advice. Keep up the regular smear tests too. Hope this helps.

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Penny

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