Signs, Symptoms And Causes Of Cervical Cancer
Pap Smears And Early Detection
Cervical Cancer Signs, Symptoms and Information
What Is Cervical Cancer?
What is Cervical Cancer? Cervical cancer is a very slow growing type of cancer and therefore; it can sometimes take up to several years before any noticeable signs or cervical cancer symptoms usually start to show. Normally, a pap smear should show any abnormal cells or dysplasia (abnormal changes in the cells); but finding abnormal cells doesn't actually mean that you do have cervical cancer. Sometimes a pap smear test does not pick up abnormal cells or cancer, and they're not always 100 percent accurate. As a woman, you need to understand your body; realize anything that seems peculiar. I do encourage you to browse the site for stories and detailed information you can find. Cervical cancer signs also can mimic Uterine cancer, endometriosis, and other gynecological organs in a few instances. It's your intuition that you need to count on.
Diagnosing Cervical Cancer
Several factors can either delay or obscure the diagnosis of cervical cancer because of the several different types of cancer. Other delays could be caused from the types of symptoms you are experiencing over-all; or ignoring the symptoms you are having thinking it's something else. Symptoms of cervical cancer also can mimic certain types of infection, so it's important to always see your physician.
Since cervical cancer is not diagnosed usually until the later symptoms begin to appear and become much more noticeable, women must be aware of their symptoms and of the way their bodies are. If you are sexually active and don't do anything to protect yourself like using protection or any safeguarding, you are setting yourself at a higher risk for HPV (Human papillomavirus). HPV virus is responsible for nearly almost over 70% of all cervical cancers. Staying abstinent greatly decreases your likelihood of contracting HPV, but of course it is not a guarantee. Abnormal vaginal spotting or bleeding, such as bleeding between periods, after intercourse, or after menopause; could be early warning signs of cervical cancer. However; abnormal vaginal bleeding can also be caused by other conditions. Continuous vaginal discharge that is pale, pink or watery and/or any menstrual Periods that are heavier than usual and/or last longer than usual, is a sign that you may need to go see a gynecologist to get checked and get a smear or pelvic exam. Remember, early detection and early stages of cancer have the best cure rate. That's why it is so important to get your pap and pelvic exams yearly.
Causes and Symptoms of Cervical Cancer
Cervical cancer can be caused by several things, however; as stated earlier, up to 70% (some statistics do say up to 90% higher) of cervical cancer is caused by the HPV infection. HPV (Human Papillomavirus) is a sexually transmitted disease. You can read more about HPV on my other pages. If you are looking to just read my cervical cancer story, you may feel free to contact me if you have any questions or I can help you. Below are the most common causes and symptoms of cervical cancer.
Cervical cancer is the second most common type of cancer worldwide. It is also known to be the fifth leading cause of all cancer deaths. Cervical cancer affects nearly 16,000 of women every year. Statistics show that cervical cancer in the United States is approximately the 8th common type of cancer in women. Prognosis of cervical cancer depends greatly on the staging of the cancer at the time. Approximately 80 to 90% of women that get treatment with stage 1 (one) cancer, and 60 to 75% of women with stage II cervical cancer, survive five years after being diagnosed. It's true but unfortunate, that healthcare coverage plays a significant role in diagnosing cervical cancer especially in it's early stages. Due to the concern of not having the financial capability for screening, many women go without a diagnosis. There are some people that develop genital warts from HPV while others don't have any at all. This is why screening is so very important and to follow up with any concerns or anything that seems peculiar.
| Causes of Cervical Cancer Many Sexual Partners Having HPV Giving Birth At Early Age Several Pregnancies Smoking |
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Symptoms of Cervical Cancer Low Abdominal Pain Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding Vaginal Discharge Pelvic Pain and/or Pain With Intercourse Bleeding/Discharge Between Periods |
Pap Smears And Detecting Cervical Cancer
Getting a pap smear is crucial to find any abnormal cells that may growing along with pelvic exams every year, especially if you are sexually active.Even though I got my regular checkups, when you read my story, you will see that some pap smears do not always pick up cancer. Pap smears can give a false negative or they can give a false positive. It is up to you however; to tell your doctor if something just isn't right even if your pap comes back normal. My cancer was not picked up on a pap smear, so that is why I reiterate the importance of letting your doctor know if you are having problems that just don't seem right. The following pages will give you information you need to know and contact information, etc. Most importantly; I cannot stress enough to you, the necessity to read about HPV. If you read my story, it explains about how my cancer was not found on a pap smear- A must read for all women. Full story version of book available at Amazon; "Because My Body Told Me So-My Cervical Cancer Story."
Please feel free to contact me with the form provided and I would be happy to help anyone if I can. Even cancer survivors can help by adding your story. This information that I am supplying you with, is information that I have researched for you. My story, however; unfortunately is not researched information nor fictional. My cervical cancer story is real and it happens more than you can imagine. I'm wanting to help get the word out on prevention and what I went through. If I can help just one person, then I've done what I have set out to do. I don't want any woman to have to have symptoms and not know what to do. Please be sure to share this site with others, as the more women that get the information they need, the more you can help make a difference and perhaps, save a life. Get your paps and exams every year for help with early detection.
There are Five Stages of cervical cancer. Please make sure to read about each stage in detail. There is also a wonderful and detailed video available that shows diagrams and the video talks in great detail about stages of cervical cancer. I do hope you take the time to watch the video for more in depth information. Please note: there are other videos throughout the site for you to engage in to better help you. Other information available throughout the site on HPV, cervical cancer survivors, pictures and useful links.
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