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What Is Chronic Cervicitis?
Cervical polyps are fingerlike growths on the lower part of the uterus that connects with the vagina (
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
The cause of cervical polyps is not completely understood. They may occur with:
- An abnormal response to increased levels of the female hormone, estrogen
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Chronic inflammation - Clogged blood vessels in the cervix
Cervical polyps are common, especially in women over age 20 who have had children. Polyps are rare in...
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Cervical Cancer: Could You Have It and Not Know It?
The National Cervical Cancer Coalition has designated January as Cervical Health Awareness Month. The focus of this awareness campaign is... Read more »
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Cervical spondylosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Cervical spondylosis is a disorder in which there is abnormal wear on the cartilage and bones of the neck (cervical vertebrae). It is a common cause... Read more »
Cervical spondylosis
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Cervical osteoarthritis; Arthritis - neck; Neck arthritis; Chronic neck pain References Rosenbaum RB, Ciaverella DP. Disorders of... Read more »
Cervical Radiculopathy
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Nerve root dysfunction, which is usually secondary to chronic pressure or invasion of the root, causes a radicular syndrome of pain and segmental... Read more »
Cervical spondylosis
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Cervical osteoarthritis; Arthritis - neck; Neck arthritis; Chronic neck pain Treatment Even if your neck pain does not go away... Read more »
Cervical spondylosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Cervical osteoarthritis; Arthritis - neck; Neck arthritis; Chronic neck pain Symptoms Symptoms often develop slowly over time, but they... Read more »
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