WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for September, 1997: Re: Chronic cervicitis and polyps

Re: Chronic cervicitis and polyps

From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed, 10 Sep 1997 19:01:43 -0500 (CDT)

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At Wed, 10 Sep 1997, kate wrote: >
>Hi there.
>I have been diagnosed with chronic cervicitis and cervical polyps. I am
>scheduled to have a D&C in about a months time, along with a
>hysterascopy(spelling?).

Kate, based upon chronic cervicitis and cervical polyps, I'm not sure why you're having a D&C and hysteroscopy. That's usually for a problem inside the uterus, not the cervix.

>My question are: What causes cervicitis?

Infections, irritations, inflammations, IUDs, intercourse, no reason at all. Take your pick. It's not a specific answer because, unfortunately, there isn't one.

>I have never had an STD, and I
>rarely get yeast infections. I have stopped using tampons (doctor's
>orders) and I always use a condem when having sex.
>AND...
>What can I do to get rid of the cervicitis? My doctor said the polyps
>are a result of the inflammed cervix.
>
>Thanks in advance,
>Kate

If cervicitis is seen only on the pap we usually treat with a broad spectrum vaginal antibiotic such as Metronidazole Vaginal or Cleocin Vaginal. If it is an easily seen infection, these may also work but other antibiotics may also be necessary.

Still like to know why you need a D&C and hysteroscopy.

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Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
OBGYN.net U.S. Representative, New York
Great Neck, New York
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http://www.obgyn.net/women/advisors/harveym.htm

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