define friable cervix
Friable Cervix in Pregnancy, & Treating HPV. During pregnancy there is an increase in blood volume and this can make the cervix susceptible to bleeding caused by local irritation. The cervix becomes engorged and friable. This simply means that the blood vessels in the cervix are more susceptible to bleeding from minor trauma. Bleeding may occur after a pelvic exam by a doctor or after sexual intercourse or even during normal day to day activities. This however does not mean that something is wrong with the pregnancy itself. A friable cervix is one that is prone to bleeding. The cervix is easily irritated,.