What causes cervical CIN2?
Feb 02, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lv Aiming
Introduction
CIN2 refers to cervical intraepithelial neoplasia grade 2, which is a precancerous lesion of the cervix. It is usually caused by chronic cervicitis with long-term irritation of the cervix, and most patients have either had or are currently infected with human papillomavirus (HPV). Diagnosis is typically made through routine cervical smear testing. It should be noted that, to ensure the patient's health, regular cervical cancer screening at a hospital is necessary even after surgery.
Cervical CIN2, medically referred to as cervical intraepithelial neoplasia grade 2, is usually caused by long-term irritation from chronic cervicitis and requires timely medical evaluation and treatment.
CIN2 represents a precancerous condition of the cervix, typically resulting from persistent inflammation due to chronic cervicitis. Most patients with CIN2 have had or currently have a human papillomavirus (HPV) infection. Diagnosis is generally confirmed through routine cervical cytology testing (Pap smear). A CIN2 diagnosis indicates a relatively serious condition that may progress to cervical cancer and affect overall health. Patients should promptly seek medical care and undergo treatments such as cervical conization or LEEP (loop electrosurgical excision procedure). After surgery, the excised tissue should be sent for pathological examination to determine whether the lesion involves the surgical margins. It takes approximately two months for the surgical wound to fully heal; therefore, patients should refrain from sexual intercourse for at least two months post-surgery.
It is important to note that, to ensure ongoing health, patients should continue regular cervical cancer screening at the hospital after surgery.
