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Cervical Cancer– know your treatment options
Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the cells of the cervix — the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. Various strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV), a sexually transmitted infection, play a role in causing most cervical cancer. All women are at risk for cervical cancer. It occurs most often in women over age 30. Screening tests and the HPV vaccine can help prevent cervical cancer. When cervical cancer is found early, it is highly treatable and associated with long survival and good quality of life.
Condition
What is Cervical Cancer?
Cervical cancer begins when healthy cells on the surface of the cervix change or become infected with human papillomavirus (HPV) and grow out of control, forming a mass called a tumor. Long-term infection of HPV on the cervix can result in cancer, leading to a mass or tumor on the cervix.view more
How to diagnose Cervical Cancer? When to consult a doctor?
A Pap test can detect abnormal cells in the cervix, including cancer cells and cells that show changes that increase the risk of cervical cancer. HPV DNA test. The HPV DNA test involves testing cells collected from the cervix for infection with any of the types of HPV that are most likely to lead to cervical cancer. You need to consult the Doctor to confirm the Diagnosis:
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Causes
- Long-lasting infection with certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV) is the main cause of cervical cancer.
Symptoms
- Vaginal bleeding after intercourse, between periods or after menopause.
- Watery, bloody vaginal discharge that may be heavy and have a foul odor.
- Pelvic pain or pain during intercourse.
- Low back or abdominal pain.
- Unexplained fatigue.
- Frequent or urgent urination.
- Abdominal bloating.
Causes
- Long-lasting infection with certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV) is the main cause of cervical cancer.
Symptoms
- Vaginal bleeding after intercourse, between periods or after menopause.
- Watery, bloody vaginal discharge that may be heavy and have a foul odor.
- Pelvic pain or pain during intercourse.
- Low back or abdominal pain.
- Unexplained fatigue.
- Frequent or urgent urination.
- Abdominal bloating.
When to go for surgery? What would be the complication if not operated?
Many women with cervical cancer will have some type of surgery. Surgery can be used to: 1) Help diagnose cervical cancer 2) Help determine how far the cancer has spread 3) Help treat the cancer (especially for early-stage cancers)
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First I would like convey my thanks to medibuddy and their Care Buddy who assisted me till the discharge. Medibuddy provided hassle free consultation and for the operation. The entire insurance policy was taken care without involvement and it helped me to take care of myself. Finally I would like to thank the Unity hospital staff and their doctor
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Frequently Asked Questions
For a laparoscopic or vaginal hysterectomy, the hospital stay is usually 1 to 2 days, followed by a 2- to 3-week recovery period. A hospital stay of 3 to 5 days is common for an abdominal hysterectomy, and complete recovery takes about 4 to 6 weeks.
The presence of microscopic areas of cancer cells can cause the cancer to return some time after the surgery. This situation occurs more frequently in patients with large stage IB or stage II cervical cancer.
Cervical cancer is most frequently diagnosed in women between the ages of 35 and 44 with the average age at diagnosis being 50.
Most women feel fine after having treatment for abnormal cervical cells but some may feel unwell and need to go home and rest.
