Is cervicitis caused by excessive sexual activity? Is it contagious?

Cervicitis is not simply caused by excessive sexual activity and is not directly contagious, but infections closely related to sexual activity may be one of the causes.

Cervicitis is a common gynecological inflammation, which is mainly divided into two forms: acute and chronic. Its common causes include bacterial and viral infections (such as Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, etc.), vaginal uncleanliness, mechanical stimulation, etc. It may also be related to decreased immunity, reproductive system diseases or endocrine disorders. Simply having too much sex will not directly lead to cervicitis, but high-frequency or unsafe sexual behavior may increase the risk of reproductive tract infection.

Acute cervicitis usually presents with increased vaginal discharge, backache, lower abdominal pain, and fever and discomfort in severe cases. Chronic cervicitis is more common with mild discomfort, long-term recurrence, and difficulty in self-detection. Such problems are often closely related to factors such as bacterial infection and incomplete recovery of cervical wounds, and their infectiousness mainly depends on the nature of the pathogenic microorganisms. If sexual partners do not take protective measures, there is a possibility of cross-infection, such as the chlamydia or gonorrhea infection mentioned above.

Maintaining good living habits can effectively prevent cervicitis, such as paying attention to private hygiene, using condoms, and avoiding frequent changes of sexual partners. If you have symptoms or suspect infection, you should go to a regular hospital for examination as soon as possible, and make a clear diagnosis through secretion smears, blood tests, cervical fluid tests, etc., and then receive standardized treatment according to the doctor's advice to avoid delaying the disease or causing complications.