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Make your Pap tests and avoid Cervical Cancer

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Make your Pap tests and avoid Cervical Cancer

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.

The Human Papillomavirus (HPV), a sexually transmitted infection, maybe the cause of Cervical Cancer.

The HPV (Human Papillomavirus) survives for years, contributing to the process that causes some Cervical cells to become Cancer cells.

You can reduce your risk of developing Cervical Cancer with the vaccine and the Pap Tests.

 

Symptoms


When everything starts, commonly Cervical Cancer has no symptoms.

When Cervical Cancer is at an advanced stage, the signs and symptoms are:

  • 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
  • Pelvic pain every day

 

Types of Cervical Cancer

The type of Cervical Cancer could help your Doctor to determine your prognosis and treatment. The main types of Cervical Cancer are:

  • Squamous Cell Carcinoma
  • Adenocarcinoma

 

Risk factors

Risk factors for Cervical Cancer are:

  • Many sexual partners. It increases the chance of acquiring HPV (Human Papillomavirus)
  • Early sexual activity
  • Other sexually transmitted infections (such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis and HIV/AIDS)
  • A weakened immune system
  • Smoking
  • Exposure to miscarriage birth control pills

 

Prevention

Minimize the Risk of Cervical Cancer:

  • Ask your doctor about the HPV (Human Papillomavirus) vaccine
  • Have routine Pap Tests
  • Practice safe sex and limiting the number of sexual partners you have
  • Don't smoke, you can do it!

 

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