The cervix is the gateway to the reproductive organs of the woman is the entrance to the womb (uterus). Cervical mucus is an excellent ba...
The cervix is the gateway to the reproductive organs of the woman is the entrance to the womb (uterus). Cervical mucus is an excellent barrier against bacteria / viruses that cause infections. But it is not foolproof to 100 percent - you need maintenance checks and some attention to the road. So what you can do to ensure the health of the cervix?
1. Download at the recommended intervals regular Pap / HPV - testing. Even if you are not sexually active, should a Pap test to see every three years, while women should follow 30-65 years every five years a Pap test HPV test interval or get screening their gynecologist. Cervical cancer is a laugh, and regular screening reduces the incidence of cervical cancer and death from cervical cancer rates. In special scenarios for women at high risk, it may be recommended by your doctor for more frequent screening.
2. Women who are sexually active (regardless of sexual orientation), especially women with multiple sexual partners, regular testing must be performed for sexually transmitted infections. sexually transmitted infections such as chlamydia and gonorrhea can cause cervicitis (inflammation of the cervix) and pelvic infections. Sometimes these infections undermine the future ability of a woman to become pregnant, whereby the formation of scar tissue in the uterus and fallopian tubes, even if the infection is mild.
should propose indications that a fishy odor for a review of a doctor (especially after sex or during the period), the mucus that is gray or green or yellow.
3. cervical mucus, you can teach your body a lot about your hormones /. Many women find that the quality of the mucus changes during the menstrual cycle: At the time when women are most fertile, the mucus of the cervix appears to be transparent and elastic (induced effect by increasing the levels of estrogen that occurs just before ovulation) and that is a good sign for women who have unprotected sex (when trying to have a baby) or not to think (when trying to avoid conception). After ovulation -to the mucus and white lumps (effect of progesterone) at the moment, it is too late to realize to try. Note, however, that these signs are only a guideline and use appropriate contraception (condoms, etc.) are to prevent the most effective means conception (if that is your goal).
4. Some women who are very comfortable using their bodies to the car neck of the uterus - to help determine test when they are most fertile. As the woman approaches ovulation, the cervix tends to soften, and the opening feels more open. is at other times of the month, the neck closed higher in the vagina and the opening.
To minimize the risk of infection, always use clean fingers when you try to check the cervix / mucus.
5. Contrary to popular belief, douching is not necessary for to maintain health. pH balance and healthy bacteria in the vagina / cervix is broken.
6. Some women find that after pregnancy or genetic reasons, his neck hangs very low (sometimes - on the opening of the vagina). This is called uterine prolapse. The aid as pessaries can help or if you think your doctor, the surgery can help to increase the uterus and cervix to a normal position.
