Changes in the cervix before menstruation

During menstruation, a woman's cervix changes. A woman's cervix undergoes certain changes as her menstrual cycle changes. For ordinary people, the shape of the cervix is ​​not completely clear, so they don’t understand the changes in the cervix. This may lead to conditions such as cervicitis, causing a lot of unnecessary trouble. In serious cases, they will go to the hospital for examination. So, how does the cervix change before menstruation?

1. Vaginal bleeding

The most obvious symptom of cervical cancer is an increase in bloody secretions, such as blood in the vaginal discharge and bleeding during sexual intercourse. Generally speaking, women's menstruation is regular. If the menstrual bleeding lasts too long, or the bleeding is intermittent after the menstrual period, and the condition worsens and does not stop, you need to suspect whether you have cervical cancer rather than unclean menstruation. Especially for menopausal women, the odor is a normal reaction of menopause and is easier to ignore. It is recommended to go to the hospital for examination in time.

2. Increased vaginal discharge

Most patients with symptoms of cervical cancer have varying degrees of increased vaginal discharge. In the early stages, the presence of cancer stimulates the hypersecretion of cervical glands, and patients often complain of increased vaginal discharge, which is white or bloody, thin like water or rice soup, and has a fishy odor. As the tumor develops, the cancerous tissue necrose and falls off, and secondary infection occurs, resulting in the discharge of a large amount of purulent or rice-soup-like, foul-smelling leucorrhea.

3. Contact bleeding

Contact bleeding refers to the presence of drops of blood mixed in the vaginal discharge (leucorrhea), sometimes in the form of streaks, and sometimes dark red, after sexual intercourse or straining due to constipation. Especially for women who are over 30 years old, have given birth and are living with their spouse, if they suddenly have vaginal punctate bleeding after sexual intercourse, it should be taken seriously as an early sign of cervical cancer.

4. Pain

Pain is already a symptom of advanced cervical cancer. This is because the pelvic nerves are infiltrated or compressed by the cancer. If the obturator nerve, sacral nerves, great blood vessels, or pelvic wall are affected, severe pain may occur, sometimes radiating to the lower extremities.

A healthy lifestyle can effectively prevent the occurrence of cervical cancer, such as a clean and hygienic living environment and regular screening. It is recommended that women over the age of 21 start screening for cervical cancer. The most important early symptom of cervical cancer is vaginal bleeding. A normal menstrual period is 3 to 7 days, with more menstrual flow in the first two days and then gradually decreasing. Menopausal women must see a doctor if they experience irregular vaginal bleeding. Women over 35 years old should have regular physical examinations. In short, female friends need to pay attention to their time and check in time, so that early cervical cancer can be completely cured. Early detection, early treatment and prevention of disease progression are necessary means to protect health.