Partial or complete absence of the cells that form the outer surface of the cervix is called "erosion" or as it is often called among the public. “sore on the cervix” It is called.
In reality, often wound In cases defined as , there is no tissue loss, that is, a wound, but simply the presence of different cells where they should not be. The cells that should normally be there have been replaced by cells coming from inside the cervical canal. Since these cells consist of thinner layers, the underlying blood vessels are closer to the surface and more visible and are defined as wounds. Because the tissue is more fragile, it can bleed easily and is more prone to infections. The reasons that lead to this situation are not fully known. Frequency of sexual intercourse or tampons etc. It is accepted that the trauma caused by its use may be the cause. Similarly, vaginal inflammations, spermicide drugs, creams and chemicals on condoms can also cause the appearance of wounds. It is not abnormal for it to be frequently detected in pregnant women and those using birth control pills.
However, in many women, no underlying cause or risk factor can be detected.
In some women, it does not cause any symptoms and is noticed while observing the cervix during examination. However, sometimes the complaint is the current. Vaginal discharge may occur because the outwardly turned cells continue to secrete. This discharge may be odorless, transparent, white, or if there is inflammation, it may be foul-smelling and leave a stain. Another finding is vaginal bleeding in the form of spotting. Since the tissue is fragile, minor bleeding may occur with contact with the penis during sexual intercourse.
If there is a wound on the cervix during your gynecologist's examination, your doctor will definitely inform you about this. This condition often heals on its own. When an underlying cause such as infection, trauma, or chemical substance is detected, eliminating this condition allows it to be treated. In cases where a cause cannot be found and does not go away on its own during follow-ups, and the patient has excessive bleeding and discharge complaints, burning (cauterization) or freezing (cryotherapy) Methods such as can be used. A 90% cure rate can be achieved with these methods, which are completely painless and easy to apply. It takes 3-4 weeks after the procedure to get definitive results.
The most important thing to remember Cervical cancer also appears as a simple wound in the initial stages. Therefore, in every case where a wound is seen, first of all smear A cervical swab must be taken and examination must be made at the cellular level. If the result of this examination is normal, then procedures such as burning or freezing can be applied.
What is Naboth or Nabothi cyst?
Small cysts seen in the cervix are called Nabothi Cysts. The inside of the cysts is filled with a yellow-white slimy (mucus) fluid. Their size is generally 2-10 mm. There are Nabothi glands in the cervix, which normally secrete secretions. When the ducts of these glands become blocked due to various reasons (usually inflammation, birth trauma, etc.), small cysts of various sizes form in the cervix. They are easily seen during gynecological examination or ultrasonographic examination and are usually multiple. They are more common in women who have given birth. They usually do not cause any symptoms and do not cause complaints. Small nabot cysts do not need treatment. Colposcopy and biopsy may be performed on very large or suspicious-looking cases.