The cervix is the lower third portion of the uterus which forms the neck of the uterus and opens into the vagina which is also called the endocervical canal. The narrow opening of the cervix is called the os. The cervical os allows menstrual blood to flow out from the vagina during menstruation. During pregnancy the cervical os closes to help keep the fetus in the uterus until birth.
Can Changes in Your Cervix Diagnose Pregnancy?
For women who track their cervical position in order to determine fertility, many wonder if there is a correlation between the position of the cervix and early pregnancy symptoms and diagnosis.
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Cervical Stenosis and TTC
Can cervical stenosis prevent me from getting pregnant?
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First Stage of Active Labor
When the first stage of labor begins, the cervix responds to hormonal changes and contractions start to take on a more patterned interval. Cervical dilation and bloody show will be present as well.
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Can I Pass Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) to my Unborn Baby?
I contracted genital warts from my previous boyfriend and now I want a baby. Should we start using condoms every time we have sex and try to adopt?
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Cervical Changes During Menstrual Cycle (Photos)
Witness the cervical changes that take place during a full menstrual cycle. The pictures below are from a cervix of a 25-year-old woman who has never given birth before.
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All About Pregnancy Spotting
Pregnancy spotting is common in pregnancy, but that make it any easier to accept. During different times in gestation, pregnancy spotting can occur and the cause will be dependent on several factors.
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I Lost My Mucus Plug: Will Labor Start Now?
Losing your mucus plug and seeing bloody show could mean labor is on the way, but how long will it take until labor starts?
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Umbilical Cord Prolapse
An umbilical cord prolapse occurs when the umbilical cord which connects the baby to the placenta slips before the baby's presenting part close to or into the vagina.
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What To Do After Sex When TTC?
What should we do after he ejaculates when we are trying to conceive (TTC)?
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Important Ovulation Symptoms
Many women look for ovulation symptoms to predict when they are most fertile either to try to get pregnant or to prevent pregnancy. Did you know that the most common physical ovulation symptoms are probably ones you notice, and don’t necessarily correlate with ovulation?
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Short Cervix In Pregnancy and Risk of Premature Delivery
The cervix is the cylindrical mouth of the uterus, separating it from the vagina. Normally, earlthe cervix is at least 3-4 cm long, and its length in pregnancy strengthens the protection of the fetus.
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Introduction to Cervical Cancer: Causes and Risk Factors
Cervical cancer is a result of abnormal cell growth on the cervix. Fortunately, cervical cancer can often be cured if it is detected early.
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Cervical Cancer: Diagnosis and Staging
Women can greatly reduce their risk of cervical cancer by having routine Pap smears performed by their gynecologist. A pap smear is a basic test that is used to examine cervical cells.
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Egg-White Cervical Mucus and Fertility
Egg white cervical mucus (EWCM) is stretchy, like raw egg white, and vital to determining your most fertile days.
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What is a Cold Knife Cone Biopsy Procedure?
A cone biopsy is used to remove abnormal cervical tissue for evaluation and treatment of certain conditions.
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Cervical Insufficiency
Cervical insufficiency is the premature widening and thinning of the cervix. If left untreated, cervical insufficiency can lead to premature birth and miscarriage.
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Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure (LEEP)
Loop Electrosurgical excision procedure, known as a LEEP, is a surgical procedure which removes abnormal tissue on the cervix using an electrically charged wire loop.
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Cervical Length - Risk of Prematurity
There is a reverse direct relationship between cervical length and the risk of premature births.
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Labor Induction: Methods and Potential Benefits
If the time has come to give birth and the natural labor process has
not begun, doctors can choose to induce labor in a variety of ways.
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Bimanual Vaginal Abdominal Rectal Examination
The Bimanual Vaginal Abdominal Rectal Examination happens at the Ob-Gyn visit when the doctors examines your vagina and pelvic organs with both hands.
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My Experience With Hysterosalpingogram
Personal Experiences with Hysterosalpingogram (HSG).
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Cervix Cycle Day 33
Lower backache on day 33.
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Cervix Cycle Day 32
The cervix is low and open.
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Cervix Cycle Day 31
Feeling pretty bloated on day 31.
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Cervix Cycle Day 30
Breasts are feeling heavy now.
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Cervix Cycle Day 29
The cervix feels dry on day 29.
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Cervix Cycle Day 28
See what's happening on day 28.
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Cervix Cycle Day 27
Cervical fluid is tacky on day 27.
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Cervix Cycle Day 26
Breasts are swelling today.
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Cervix Cycle Day 25
See what's happening on day 25.
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Cervix Cycle Day 24
Cervix is high again.
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Cervix Cycle Day 23
Breast are tender on day 23.
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Cervix Cycle Day 22
Basal body temperature is starting to rise.
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Cervix Cycle Day 21
The cervical fluid is dry.
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Cervix Cycle Day 20
Is mittelschmerz starting?
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Cervix Cycle Day 19
Egg-white fluid is now gone.
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Cervix Cycle Day 18
The cervical fluid looks egg-white.
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Cervix Cycle Day 17
Certain changes taking place in the cervix now.
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Cervix Cycle Day 16
There is egg-white consistency now.
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Cervix Cycle Day 15
The cervix is now open and high.
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Cervix Cycle Day 14
Cervical fluid is watery on day 14.
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Cervix Cycle Day 13
The cervix is starting to soften up.
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Cervix Cycle Day 12
Cervical fluid is white and milky.
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Cervix Cycle Day 11
See what's happening on Day 11.
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Cervix Cycle Day 10
Cervix is low today on Day 10.
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Cervix Cycle Day 9
There is a dry sensation on day 9.
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Cervix Cycle: Day 8
Cervical fluid is sticky on day 8.
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Cervix Cycle Day 7
Cervix is low and closed today.
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Cervix Cycle Day 6
How is cervical mucus on day 6?
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Cervix Cycle Day 5
There is very low flow today.
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