Cervical Ectropion

Question 1

pathology?

Answer 1

• when columnar epithelium of endocervix has extended out to the ectocervix
• columnar epithelium is more prone to trauma therefore more likely to bleed

Question 2

risk factors?

Answer 2

• high oestrogen levels ie COCP
• pregnancy

Question 3

presentation?

Answer 3

can be asymptomatic

• post coital bleeding
• increased vaginal discharge

Question 4

Mx?

Answer 4

• cryotherapy
• smear to rule out cervical carcinoma