When to worry about your cervix
What is your gynaecologist really looking for when they look at your cervix?
Cockscomb cervix anatomical abnormality
A cockscomb cervix is an anatomical abnormality whereby the cervix appears with large ridges or folds of fibrous tissue that resembles a rooster's comb.
HPV vaccine – Gardasil and Cervarix – for men and women
The Gardasil vaccine is used in boys and girls up to age 26 to protect against various HPV strains.
Cervical agenesis
Cervical agenesis means the cervix - connecting the uterus and vagina - is absent, usually due to either surgical removal or an anatomical abnormality that occurred during development in the womb.
Cervical stenosis
Cervical stenosis is the narrowing - for whatever reason - of the cervix, the neck of tissue that joins the vagina and uterus. A narrow cervix can create a few issues with in-and-out flow between the uterus and the vagina, including sperm, periods and babies.
Cervical polyps
Cervical polyps are of unknown origin, are usually benign, and can be removed easily.
Cervical ectropion (cervical erosion, cervical ectopy)
Cervical ectropion (or erosion) is where cells are wrongly replaced by mucous-producing cells on the cervix, resulting in excessive vaginal discharge.
Gonorrhoea (Neisseria gonorrhoeae)
Gonorrhoea is a common STD that can cause vaginal symptoms like bad smells, unusual discharge, and irritation. You can also get gonorrhoea in your throat or anus.