A pale cervix indicates
a. changes resulting from menopause. c. Chlamydia infection.
b. pregnancy. d. venous congestion.
A
The normal cervix is glistening pink; it can be pale after menopause or blue (Chadwick's sign) during pregnancy. A Chlamydia infection will induce redness or a friable appearance, while venous congestion will appear blue (cyanosis).
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