Cervical Cancer Awareness: Why We Need To Talk About It, Prevention and Things To Know

Cervical Cancer Awareness: Why We Need To Talk About It, Prevention and Things To Know

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Talking About Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer affects the cells of the cervix or the lower end of the uterus. It is detected by the presence of abnormal cells, as detected in a Pap smear or Pap test (a screening test for cervical cancer).

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Symptoms Of Cervical Cancer

– Pelvic pain – Pain after sex – Vaginal bleeding after sex (before/or after menopause) – Bloody or watery vaginal discharge (with a foul smell) If cancer spreads, one may have trouble urinating, weight loss, loss of appetite, swollen legs and suffer from bone pain and kidney failure.

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Preventing HPV And Cervical Cancer

Invasive cervical cancer can be prevented by regular screening tests. If the pre-cancerous cells are identified at an early stage, proper treatment can prevent the development of cancer. Therefore, if you are sexually active, you should get a Pap smear done.

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Talk To Your Children About The HPV Vaccine

Indulge in a conversation with your pre-teen regarding the HPV vaccine. If the age of your daughter is between 9-14 years, they can get vaccinated in two doses. The vaccine is also recommended for adults aged 25 years or below.

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