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How far into the vagina is the cervix and how do you know if you have a cervical infection?

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About six inches: Actually, vaginal length varies a bit, but average is about six inches. The symptom of a cervical infection would be an abnormal discharge. Infections in that area tend to include the whole of the vaginal lining.

Answered 4/10/2016

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