What causes intrauterine infections

Intrauterine infections can be caused by a variety of pathogens, such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, mycoplasma, etc. Specific infection pathways mainly include vaginal retrograde infections and infections by specific pathogenic microorganisms.
1. Retrograde vaginal infection: the vagina is not a sterile environment, but has a variety of resident bacteria, coitus or other ways can bring exogenous pathogens, under certain conditions, such as decreased resistance, these pathogens may be retrograde through the cervix from the vagina to the uterine cavity, resulting in intrauterine infection.
2. Special pathogenic microorganisms infection: such as Toxoplasma gondii, cytomegalovirus, rubella virus infection, etc. If a pregnant woman is infected with these parasites or viruses, they may be transmitted to the fetus because these pathogens can be vertically transmitted.
Intrauterine infections may also be caused by other reasons. If there is any discomfort, patients are advised to consult a doctor in time, complete the relevant examinations, clarify the cause of the disease under the guidance of the doctor, and carry out regular treatment.