Endometriosis, a condition in which the uterine tissue lining grows outside theuterus, is a fairly well-known condition.
Cervical endometriosis, or endometriosis located on the cervix, is much less common and has fewer symptoms.
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What Is Cervical Endometriosis?
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Cervical endometriosis is a condition in which the endometrial tissue that lines the uterus grows on thecervix.
Lesions (injuries or wounds) can develop in the tissue.
The most common symptom isspotting(light vaginal bleeding).
Less commonly, symptoms can include:
These symptoms can result from several gynecological conditions, including uterine endometriosis.
If other conditions have been ruled out, cervical endometriosis is a possibility.
What Causes Cervical Endometriosis?
The cause of endometriosis, including cervical endometriosis, is not known.
Cervical endometriosis seems to occur more frequently in those who have had gynecological procedures, such asbiopsiesor laser treatments.
It’s still unknown whether uterine endometriosis can lead to cervical endometriosis.
To formally diagnose cervical endometriosis, you may have acolposcopy.
How Is Cervical Endometriosis Treated?
If you don’t have symptoms, you may not need treatment for cervical endometriosis.
Instead, your healthcare provider will monitor you for any changes.
Cervical Endometriosis in Pregnancy
Cervical endometriosis is unlikely to affect your chance of gettingpregnant.
There is a low risk that scar tissue from lesions could block semen from entering the uterus.
It typically causes no symptoms and is often diagnosed during routine pelvic exams.
A Word From Verywell
Cervical endometriosis is a rare condition that usually doesn’t produce symptoms.
If you do experience symptoms such as spotting, don’t hesitate to reach out to a healthcare provider.
They can share treatment options to alleviate pain and bleeding.
Some rareovarian cancersare diagnosed more often in people with endometriosis, but the risk is less than 2%.
Endometriosis is the growth of uterine tissue outside the uterus.
It can develop anywhere, including the cervix.
The four stages of endometriosis are: minimal, mild, moderate, and severe.
Providers assign the stage according to the extent and location of the endometrial tissue.
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