Cervical Cancer: Symptoms, Risk Factors and Diagnosis in 2022
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  • January 2, 2022

Cervical Cancer: Symptoms, Risk Factors and Diagnosis in 2022

What Is Cervical Cancer?

Cervical Cancer starts in the cells lining the cervix – the lower part of the uterus (womb). It’s preventable and treatable and can we cured if diagnosed at an early stage. Different tensions of the human papillomavirus (HPV), a sexually transmitted infection, play a part in causing most cervical cancer. 

Cervical cancer is the 2nd most commonly occurring cancer in Indian women (age group 35-44). Women 35 to 44 years old are most likely to get it. More than 15% of new cases are in women over 65, especially those who haven’t been getting regular screenings.

Symptoms:

☑️ Pelvic pain
☑️ Unusual vaginal discharge
☑️ Lower back pain
☑️ Pain during sex
☑️ Vaginal bleeding after sex
☑️ Vaginal bleeding during periods
☑️ Longer or heavier menstrual periods than usual

Risk Factors:

☑️ Multiple Sexual Partners
☑️ Unprotected Sex
☑️ Smoking
☑️ Having More Number of Children
☑️ Early Marriage
☑️ Early Child Birth

Diagnosis:

☑️ Pap smear
☑️ HPV testing
☑️Punch biopsy
☑️ Endocervical curettage
☑️ Cone biopsy

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