Cervicitis is an infection of the cervix (the lower, narrow end of the uterus that ends in the vagina) caused by microorganisms that are usually acquired through sexual activity. This time, Dr. Yeimi Suárez, gynecologist at Clinica Ricardo Palma, will give us more information on this topic.

Symptoms

Cervicitis often has no symptoms; however, if any, these are usually the ones to consider:

• Increased vaginal discharge
• Feeling pain during sex (intercourse)
• Bleeding between menstrual periods
• Vaginal bleeding after intercourse
• Frequent and painful urination

Causes

Its causes are:

• Sexually transmitted infections such as gonorrhea, chlamydia, trichomoniasis, and genital herpes
• Allergy to spermicides or the latex in condoms

Risk factors

Among the risk factors are:

• Not using protection
• Having sex with different partners
• Having started a sexual life at an early age
• Having a history of sexually transmitted infections

Prevention

To prevent cervicitis, it is advisable to have sexual relations with only one partner, use condoms and go for gynecological check-ups for early detection.

Dr. Yeimi Suárez
Gynecologist at Clínica Ricardo Palma