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2. Cervical mucus plug - Wikipedia

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   Toward the end of the pregnancy, when the cervix thins, some blood is released into the cervix which causes the mucus to become bloody. As the pregnancy progresses into labor, the cervix begins to dilate and the mucus plug is discharged. The plug may come out as a plug, a lump, or simply as increased vaginal discharge over several days. Loss of ...

3. Stenosis of uterine cervix - Wikipedia

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   Cervical stenosis may be present from birth or may be caused by other factors: Surgical procedures performed on the cervix such as colposcopy, cone biopsy, or a cryosurgery procedure [3] Trauma to the cervix [3] Repeated vaginal infections [3] Atrophy of the cervix after menopause [3] Cervical cancer [1] Radiation [1] Cervical nabothian cysts

4. Why Do So Many People Struggle With Weight Gain During Menopause?

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   Menopause brings with it many side effects that can be tricky to navigate. One that many women experience is weight gain. Typically, women in menopause gain about one pound a year, however, 20% of ...

5. Cervical dilation - Wikipedia

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   During dilation, this plug is loosened. It may come out as one piece, or as thick mucus discharge from the vagina. When this occurs, it is an indication that the cervix is beginning to dilate, although not all women will notice this mucus plug being released. Bloody show is another indication that the cervix is dilating. Bloody show usually ...

6. Cervix - Wikipedia

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   This provides a protective seal for the uterus against the entry of pathogens and against leakage of uterine fluids. The mucus plug is also known to have antibacterial properties. This plug is released as the cervix dilates, either during the first stage of childbirth or shortly before. [30] It is visible as a blood-tinged mucous discharge. [31]

7. Here's When You Need To See Your Doctor About Pain In Or ...

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   Vulvovaginal atrophy is thinning, drying, and inflammation of the vaginal walls that can happen when your body produces less estrogen, most commonly after menopause (usually in women 50 or over ...

8. Hematometra - Wikipedia

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   Other causes are acquired, such as cervical stenosis, intrauterine adhesions, endometrial cancer, and cervical cancer. [ 3 ] Additionally, hematometra may develop as a complication of uterine or cervical surgery such as endometrial ablation , where scar tissue in the endometrium can "wall off" sections of endometrial glands and stroma causing ...

9. Vaginal introital laxity - Wikipedia

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   During menopause, the significant decline of estrogen and progesterone levels may cause reduced production of collagen and elastin, leading to thinner and less rigid vaginal walls. [7] The weakening of pelvic floor muscles due to these sudden hormonal changes is also a contributing factor to potential vaginal introital laxity. [ 7 ]