How is cervical ectropion grade 1, grade 2, grade 3 treated?

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Cervical ectropion is a condition in which the cervix is ​​damaged in a benign form due to the growth of glandular cells and invasion of the outside of the cervix. The disease has symptoms quite similar to other gynecological infections such as discharge with smelly discharge, increased secretions in the vagina, etc., which is easy to cause infection. Cervical ectropion is divided into 3 levels according to severity from severe to mild.

1. What is cervical ectropion?

Cervical ectropion is a common benign lesion in women of reproductive age, especially after childbirth, the uterine opening enlarges and the inner squamous cells develop invasively. go out. Or there are cases of congenital glandular discharge, but because the discharge is characteristic of this cell type, the vaginal environment will become more humid, thereby creating favorable conditions for fungi and bacteria to reside and develop. and cause inflammation.
Cervical ectropion are mostly benign lesions, but there are also cases of malignant lesions,... Cervical ectropion is divided into 3 levels based on the severity of the disease.

2. Causes of cervical ectropion

In addition to subjects after giving birth, the following factors are also at risk of cervical ectropion:
Having gynecological inflammatory diseases Unprotected sex, having sex with many people is at risk High spread of infectious diseases Improper hygiene of the private area: deep douching, ... Have performed many gynecological procedures: curettage, abortion, vaginal ring placement, making the uterine lining damaged and prone to injury. The bacteria invade and develop Hormonal changes: Female hormones are out of balance, possibly due to the use of oral contraceptives, to perimenopause, after giving birth,...

3. Can cervical ectropion be treated?

Mild endometritis has a lesion rate of about 30%, if detected early, the success rate of treatment is very high. But if the disease continues for a long time, it can cause dangerous complications such as cervical cancer or infertility.

3.1 Have cervical ectropion grade 1

The ectopic area occupies a very small part, only 1/3 of the cervical area. Grade 1 cervical ectropion is the early stage of the disease. Manifestations are also not clear, difficult to detect, only with gynecological examination can early detection of the disease at this stage. At this stage, the manifestations are not many, women subjectively think that the infection is normal.
Common signs similar to other common gynecological diseases are abnormal vaginal discharge, foul-smelling, milky white, sometimes covered with pea-like patches, or green or yellow, foul-smelling, itchy. ...
If you detect any of the above signs, you should not be subjective, but you should quickly go to a clinic or hospital specializing in obstetrics and gynecology for timely examination and treatment of cervical ectropion, avoiding inflammation. spreading, heavier.
Treatment If detected in time when the disease is in stage 1, the patient can completely use antibiotics as directed by the doctor (both oral and topical) to destroy harmful bacteria in the vagina. or put medicine vaginally will be cured.

3.2 Cervical ectropion grade 2

When you have grade 2 cervical ectropion, the infected area takes up more than 1/2 of the surface of the cervix, can ulcerate and fester, greatly affecting your daily activities. em.
The symptoms of cervical ectropion are now more obvious such as:
The private area is itchy and has an unpleasant smell. The discharge is much, milky white, sometimes yellow or green, sticky in patches, thin with foam. Vaginal area is easily damaged causing burning pain, even bleeding during sex. Frequent urination, painful urination, painful urination, abdominal pain, abnormal low back pain. If not treated promptly, grade 2 cervical ectropion can turn into grade 3 and cause other inflammatory diseases that are dangerous to a woman's fertility such as blocked fallopian tubes, cervicitis. , even cervical cancer, infertility.
Treatment of severe cervical ectropion has a lesion rate of over 70%, directly affecting the patient's health. Depending on the condition and ability to respond to drugs, each patient will have different treatment regimens. Commonly used methods such as taking pills, placing drugs or burning the gland. Electrocautery, laser, cryotherapy... are now widely applied methods because of their quick implementation and obvious results.
However, the method of burning the gland is only used after taking the medicine to cure the inflammation. Consequences may occur after ablation, such as: narrowing of the uterine opening, stagnation of menstrual blood, scleroderma, difficulty in conception and childbirth, etc. Therefore, the treatment method should be flexible. suitable for each particular case.

3.3 Have cervical ectropion grade 3

3rd degree cervical ectropion is the most severe stage, when the ectropion occupies 2/3 or all of the cervical surface area.
Manifestations:
Vaginal discharge a lot, persists for a month and has many unusual manifestations such as bad smell, strange color. Bleeding during sex because the infected gland develops out, when you have sex, it can scratch the cervix and cause bleeding. Abnormal vaginal bleeding when not menstruating. This condition is caused by the congested surface of the cervix, which bleeds easily. Treatment:
To cure cervical ectropion 3 - the most active level, the patient will be carefully examined, based on the results, the doctor will prescribe appropriate treatment for the disease condition, the cause to the illness. Usually, the doctor will prescribe treatment with topical drugs or systemic drugs to completely cure the infection. After the infection is controlled, the doctor will appoint the gland to be destroyed by methods such as electrocautery, cryotherapy or leep knife...:
Methods of gland destruction are the most common treatment for thyroiditis. The doctor prescribes it for cases of grade 3 ectropion. However, if the gland is not removed by highly qualified doctors, it can leave deep scars and narrow the cervix, causing obstruction. interfere with conception, because it is difficult for the sperm to meet the egg. Or, if you become pregnant, it can interfere with childbirth, making it difficult or requiring a cesarean section.

The treatment of lymphadenitis requires patience, especially when the disease has turned to level 3, the most severe level of thyroiditis, the more treatment needs to be followed exactly as directed by the doctor, in combination with tablets. Taking herbs and habits in daily life to hope to achieve the best results and not worry about recurrence. At the same time, it is necessary to choose a place for examination at a reputable hospital or medical facility and with modern equipment to avoid risks and dangers when destroying the gland.
In order to help customers detect and treat other gynecological diseases early, Vinmec International Hospital has a basic gynecological examination and screening package, helping customers detect early inflammatory diseases Easy, inexpensive treatment. Screening detects gynecological cancer (cervical cancer) early even when there are no symptoms.
Basic gynecological examination and screening package for female customers, has no age limit and may have the following symptoms:
Abnormal vaginal bleeding Having menstrual problems: irregular menstrual cycle, irregular menstrual cycle Irregular vaginal discharge (smell, different color) Vaginal pain and itching Female clients have several risk factors such as poor personal hygiene, Unsafe sex, abortion,... Female customers have other symptoms such as: Abnormal vaginal discharge, itching, pain in the private area, abnormal vaginal bleeding.

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