cervical ectropion

Question 1

what is cervical ectropion

Answer 1

annular (circular) ectopic deposition of glandular columnar epithelium around external os

Question 2

describe histology in cervical ectropion

Answer 2

glandular cells from inside the cervix become present on the outside when they should usually be squamos

Question 3

who does cervical ectropion usually affect

Answer 3

young females with high oestrogen eg those on COCP

Question 4

symptoms of cervical ectropion

Answer 4

painless post coital bleeding
increased vaginal discharge
deep dysparanenunia (rare)

Question 5

what is the most common cause of post coital bleeding in young females

Answer 5

cervical ectropion

Question 6

how to diagnose cervical ectropian

Answer 6

speculum - shows red ring around cervical os

Question 7

treatment of cervical ectropion

Answer 7

1. reassurance - doesnt cause any problems or complications
2. consider change from COCP to POP
3. ablatuve surgery - last line