How to check pathogens in chronic cervicitis

The pathogen detection of chronic cervicitis is mainly determined by cervical secretion testing and laboratory analysis. Chronic cervicitis is a long-term inflammation of the cervical mucosa. Common pathogens include bacteria, viruses and fungi. Identifying the pathogen is crucial for treatment.

1. Cervical smear examination: The doctor will take a small amount of secretions from the cervix, make a smear and observe it under a microscope to preliminarily determine whether there is bacterial, trichomonal or fungal infection. This method is simple and quick and is often used for preliminary screening.

2. Cervical secretion culture: Cervical secretions are inoculated into culture medium and cultured under specific conditions to observe whether bacteria, fungi or mycoplasma grow. This method is highly accurate and can determine the specific type of pathogen, but it takes a long time.

3. Special pathogen detection: For common high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV), PCR technology or nucleic acid hybridization technology can be used to detect to exclude or confirm HPV infection. HPV infection is closely related to the long-term non-healing of cervicitis and requires special attention.

For the treatment of chronic cervicitis, appropriate drugs and methods should be selected according to the type of pathogen:

1. Antibiotic treatment: If bacterial infection is detected, antibiotics such as azithromycin, doxycycline or metronidazole can be used orally or topically. The course of treatment is usually 7-14 days.

2. Antifungal drugs: If fungal infection is confirmed, antifungal drugs such as fluconazole and clotrimazole can be used for local or oral treatment, and the course of treatment should be adjusted according to the condition.

3. Antiviral treatment: For HPV infection, interferon or immunomodulators, such as recombinant human interferon α2b gel, can be used for local application to enhance local immunity.

During treatment, patients should pay attention to personal hygiene, avoid unclean sexual behavior, have regular checkups, and adjust treatment plans in a timely manner. The treatment of chronic cervicitis requires patience and persistence, follow the doctor's instructions, and avoid stopping medication on your own or abusing medication.

Scientific pathogen inspection and targeted treatment after clarifying the cause are the key to curing chronic cervicitis. Patients should actively cooperate with standardized treatment and undergo regular checkups to achieve the best therapeutic effect.