Can women with cervicitis get pregnant?

“Hello doctor, I am 24 years old and have been married for 5 months. Before that, I had cervicitis and had treatment but was still worried about my ability to conceive. So the doctor asked me if a woman with cervicitis can get pregnant? Thank you doctor.” - Khanh Huyen - Hanoi.
Your question Khanh Huyen has been forwarded to Specialist II Bui Thi Thu, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Vinmec Hai Phong International General Hospital.

First of all, you need to know the details of cervicitis. This is a common disease in women and the rate of women suffering from this disease is often very high. Cervicitis will directly affect the fertility of women. The answer to the question of whether cervicitis can get pregnant will be answered shortly.

1. Cervicitis and what you need to know

The rate of women suffering from endometritis is now increasing. Therefore, it is very important to learn about the signs and causes of uterine inflammation, equip yourself with basic knowledge to prevent this disease in the best way. The uterus (also known as the womb) is an important part of the female reproductive system. This organ is located between the rectum and the bladder, has an upside down pear shape with the large upper part called the fundus, the lower part being the cervix. The cervix is ​​very important for a woman. They play an integral role in the reproductive health of the mother. This is where the fetus is formed, helping the baby develop safely and stably during more than 9 months of pregnancy.
Cervicitis is a condition in which the cervix is ​​infected, swollen, festering, ... with bacteria, viruses, parasitic fungi, ... The cause may be due to women's hygiene Wrong way of vaginal birth, unhealthy sex, underground abortion also have a very high risk of cervicitis.

Cervicitis has 2 levels: mild and chronic (severe disease, easy to recur). Women should pay special attention to this disease when they notice signs such as: lower abdominal pain, smelly discharge, vaginal bleeding not during menstruation, ... The above symptoms are also present in many diseases. other gynecologists, women should go to the doctor promptly to detect the disease.

2. Can a woman with cervicitis get pregnant?

Most women with cervicitis are of childbearing age, so many people often wonder if cervicitis can get pregnant. Vinmec's specialist would like to answer the following question:
Chronic cervicitis will cause a very high rate of female infertility. Moreover, the problem of getting pregnant when having cervicitis depends on many other factors such as age, physical condition, disease severity, disease treatment,...

If you already have cervicitis and are completely cured, or mild cervicitis, it will not greatly affect pregnancy. If you already have a history of the disease, it's still a good idea to have a follow-up visit to make sure your pregnancy isn't adversely affected by cervicitis.
In the case of cervicitis, the mother should be completely cured of the disease before becoming pregnant to protect the safety of both mother and baby. During pregnancy with cervicitis, there is a high risk of miscarriage, many bacteria invade the fetus, causing birth defects, very dangerous infections. As such, cervicitis should not be pregnant at all. If the mother has cervicitis while pregnant, she needs to see a doctor immediately for a quick treatment plan.
The question of whether cervicitis can be pregnant was clearly answered by Dr. Bui Thi Thu.
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Specialist Doctor II Bui Thi Thu
Doctor Bui Thi Thu has 25 years of experience in examination and treatment in the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. was former deputy head of the Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics and Gynecology, the required examination department for many years at Hai Phong Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital.
Doctor with strengths and deep understanding in: Laparoscopic surgery for gynecological diseases such as uterine and ovarian tumors. Surgery for breast, vulvar, vaginal, and cervical tumors. Obstetric surgery: Caesarean section, examination and treatment of endocrine disorders in women of all ages.