What is the main cause of cervicitis?

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What is the main cause of cervicitis?

Infection is the main reason why people develop acute cervicitis. Infections can happen when bacteria are introduced into the uterus. Common infectious cervicitis causes include:

  • Chlamydia (It has been estimated as much as 40% of cervicitis cases are related to chlamydia).
  • Gonorrhea.
  • Genital herpes (HSV-2).
  • Trichomoniasis.
  • Mycoplasma genitalium.

Noninfectious cervicitis causes include exposure to chemicals or mechanical irritation. These include:

  • Chemical irritation from spermicides or douches or the latex used in condoms.
  • Reaction to diaphragms, cervical caps, tampons or pessaries inserted.
  • Radiation therapy or systemic inflammatory diseases.

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