How many days of hospitalization for cervical erosion surgery?

Written by Jia Rui
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Updated on September 03, 2024
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The decision should be made based on the condition of the illness. Generally, patients with mild conditions do not need hospitalization, while those with severe conditions usually require a hospital stay of about three to seven days. Cervical erosion is a common gynecological disease in women, related to increased estrogen levels, and is a common symptom during the reproductive age. A few patients may experience an increase in vaginal discharge that is yellowish or even pus-like, and severe cases can lead to bleeding after intercourse. If the patient has no symptoms and the cervical cancer screening is normal, treatment is generally not necessary. However, if the patient experiences an abnormal increase in vaginal discharge or contact bleeding, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. Post-surgery, it is advisable to take oral anti-inflammatory medication for three to five days to prevent infection.

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Written by Li Lin
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Cervical erosion

Cervical erosion occurs when the epithelium inside the cervical canal grows outward to the external orifice of the cervix and the cervical part of the vagina, replacing the original epithelium of the external orifice and vaginal portion. The outward-growing epithelium from the cervical canal appears bright red, which visually resembles erosion, hence it is called cervical erosion. As the migration of the endometrium from the cervical canal is a physiological phenomenon, with increasing age, the migrated endometrium gradually retracts back into the cervical canal. Therefore, upon detecting cervical erosion, it generally only requires cytological screening and does not need treatment.

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Is cervical erosion serious?

Cervical erosion is actually a physiological phenomenon and is not alarming. It is caused by the increased levels of estrogen in the body, which causes the columnar epithelium inside the cervical canal to descend and evert. During gynecological examinations, this part of the cervical canal appears red and granular, like eroded protrusions, as if it has decayed. However, this is not the case. When the estrogen levels in a woman's body decrease, this tissue will retract back into the cervical canal and will no longer be visible. In most cases, treatment is not necessary. Treatment is only required if the erosion is combined with an infection, or if there is bleeding after intercourse, or if there is an increase in thick, sticky vaginal discharge that affects sperm passage. Additionally, some women may have cervical cancerous changes that also appear as erosive growths. Therefore, when a woman notices cervical erosion, it is advisable to undergo a TCT screening to rule out the possibility of cervical intraepithelial neoplasia and precancerous lesions of the cervix.

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Symptoms of cervical erosion

Most patients with cervical erosion do not exhibit symptoms. Those with symptoms largely display an increased amount of vaginal discharge, which is mucopurulent. Vaginal secretion can stimulate itching and burning sensation in the vulva. Additionally, symptoms may include bleeding outside of menstruation periods and post-coital bleeding. If combined with a urinary tract infection, symptoms can include urgency to urinate, frequent urination, and painful urination. Gynecological examination may reveal congestion and edema of the cervix, mucosal eversion, and mucopurulent secretions attached or even flowing out of the cervical canal. The cervical canal mucosa is fragile and prone to bleeding. If infected with Neisseria gonorrhoeae, due to the involvement of paraurethral and vestibular glands, congestion and edema of the urethral and vaginal openings may be observed, along with a copious amount of purulent discharge.

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Can you swim with cervical erosion?

Cervical erosion can swim because simple cervical erosion is not a disease itself, it does not need to be concerned about, and does not need attention. Since it is not a disease, there are no prohibitions, including no dietary restrictions; you can eat anything and engage in activities like swimming or other aspects of life, such as sexual activity, etc. Because cervical erosion is not a disease, there's no need to worry about it; don't be anxious about whether you have cervical erosion. Routine check-ups for pre-cancerous cervical lesions and checking for any abnormal vaginal discharge are sufficient.

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Can cervical erosion lead to natural childbirth?

Women with cervical erosion can also have natural childbirth. Cervical erosion is a physiological phenomenon caused by the downward migration and eversion of the columnar epithelium of the cervix and does not affect the normal elasticity and toughness of the cervix, nor does it impact the dilation of the cervix during labor. As long as the fetal position is normal and the pelvic measurements are normal, natural childbirth is generally possible. In a few cases, women may experience infections on the eroded surface of the cervix during pregnancy, making the surface more fragile and prone to bleeding when touched, which could lead to cervical lacerations during childbirth. Therefore, after delivery, a thorough examination is necessary, and if there are serious lacerations, timely suturing is required.