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1. What is cervical cancer?
Cervical cancer is a malignant tumour of the lowermost part of the uterus. Human papillomavirus (HPV) plays a role in development of cervical cancer.
2. Who is at a high risk of getting cervical cancer?
Risk factors for cervical cancer are
- sexually transmitted diseases
- multiple sexual partners
- conditions of low immune system like HIV
- smoking/alcoholism, obesity
- birth control pills
- early sexual activity
3. What are the signs and symptoms associated with cervical cancer?
The signs and symptoms associated with cervical cancer are
- vaginal discharge, bleeding
- pelvic pain
- painful intercourse
- painful micturition
- increased frequency of micturition
4. How can I prevent cervical cancer?
Preventive measures for cervical cancer are
- regular PAP tests
- using condoms to prevent sexual transmitted diseases
- human papilloma virus vaccine
- avoid smoking, alcohol
- limit the number of sexual partners
5. How is cervical cancer diagnosed?
Cervical cancer is diagnosed by following methods
- signs and symptoms
- physical examination of cervix
- punch biopsy, endocervical curettage
- CT scan, MRI scan, PET scan
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