What tests are needed for cervicitis

The symptoms of cervicitis mainly include cervical congestion, redness, swelling, pain, increased vaginal discharge, etc. These symptoms may vary from person to person, but they usually worsen after sexual intercourse or a gynecological examination.

The examination of cervicitis mainly includes the following:

1. Routine gynecological examination: The doctor will examine the vulva, vagina and cervix, and observe the size, texture and shape of the cervix, as well as the size, shape and position of the uterus. At the same time, the doctor will also check the condition of the fallopian tubes and ovaries.

2. Routine examination of leucorrhea: The leucorrhea of ​​patients with cervicitis may be abnormal, including increased quantity, yellowing, and sticky texture. Through routine examination of leucorrhea, we can understand the cleanliness, pH value, bacterial species, etc. of leucorrhea, which can help diagnose the type of cervicitis.

3. Cervical smear cytology examination: Cervical smear cytology examination is a method for screening cervical lesions. The doctor will use a scraper to scrape cells from the cervix for staining, and then observe the morphology and number of these cells under a microscope to determine whether there are cervical lesions.

4. Colposcopy: Colposcopy is a method of observing vaginal and cervical epithelial lesions. Through the magnifying effect of the colposcope, the doctor can observe subtle changes in blood vessels and epithelial cells on the surface of the cervix and discover early lesions that are not visible to the naked eye.

5. Pathogen detection: Cervicitis may be caused by infection with certain pathogens, such as chlamydia, mycoplasma, gonococci, etc. Through pathogen detection, we can understand the type of pathogens that cause cervicitis and choose appropriate drug treatment.

The examination of cervicitis needs to choose the appropriate method according to the patient's specific situation and the doctor's advice. Through the above examinations, doctors can make a clear diagnosis and develop a suitable treatment plan. At the same time, patients should actively cooperate with the doctor during the examination in order to obtain the best treatment effect.