Things You'll Need:
- Pelvic examination
- Pap test
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Step 1
Decide if you have any signs of cervicitis. There are several common signs of cervicitis such as frequent and painful urination, bleeding after sexual intercourse, a grayish or yellow discharge, pain during intercourse, and itching or irritation in the vaginal area.
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Step 2
Call your gynecologist or health care professional if you have any of the symptoms listed in Step 1. Your doctor needs to give you an examination in order to properly identify the cervicitis.
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Step 3
Discuss your symptoms with your doctor, who will begin by asking you about your symptoms, medical history, medications you’re taking, current illnesses and questions about your sexual behavior and lifestyle. Answer your doctor’s questions honestly. Also, tell your doctor about all of your symptoms and let him know how long you’ve had them and how often they occur.
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Step 4
Complete the required tests. Your doctor must first give you a pelvic examination in which she examines the vaginal area. Your doctor will look for redness, inflammation and discharge in the cervix and vagina. She will also give you a Pap test and send all of your samples to the laboratory for testing.
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Step 5
Wait for the results to come back from the lab. It may take around a week or so before your test results are back. Your doctor or a nurse will call you when your tests are in and you will return to the doctor’s office to get the information.
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Step 6
Discuss the test results with your doctor. Your doctor will inform you of the treatment options that are available for you.
