inflammation of the neck of the uterus is called
Inflammation of the neck of the womb (cervix), called cervicitis, can also be caused by other conditions. These include: 1  Allergies-for, example to condoms or to spermicides. 2  Irritation-for example, from tampons.he cervix is the lower part of your womb (uterus) which extends slightly into the top of your vagina. The cervix is often called the neck of the womb. A narrow passage called the cervical canal (or endocervical canal) goes from your vagina to the inside of your womb.