Cervical Dysplasia
Definition
Cervical dysplasia is the existence of abnormal cells on the uterine cervix.
Description
The cervix is an organ in the female reproductive system. It is narrow and located at the lower end of the uterus. The cervix serves as a tubular passageway between the uterus and vagina. When a woman is pregnant, the cervix closes and seals off the uterus for the developing fetus. During childbirth, the cervix expands to allow the baby to pass through. When a woman is not pregnant, the lining of the uterus passes through the cervix each month during the menstrual cycle. The cervix also secretes mucus during ovulation, which assists in the fertilization of the egg by sperm cells. Women can usually feel the cervix by inserting a finger toward the back of the vagina. The cervix resembles a small mound with a dimple in the middle.
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