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More than 10,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer in the United States each year. This disease often can be treated successfully if it is caught in its early stages --- approximately two-thirds of the women who receive a diagnosis of cervical cancer overcome the illness and survive. A preventative vaccine is now available for... more »
The National Cancer Institute predicts that one out of every 145 women will develop cervical cancer in the United States. According to their statistics, over 11,000 new cases of cervical cancer were diagnosed in the United States in 2008 along with nearly 4,000 cervical cancer deaths. Unfortunately, cervical cancer may not demonstrate... more »
One of the most noticeable ways that cervical cancer affects the body is an increase in vaginal bleeding. Some vaginal bleeding is typical, especially during your period. However, bleeding associated with cervical cancer occurs between periods and is most noticeable with women who have already gone through menopause. more »
Cervical cancer is a slow-growing disease that forms in the cervix, which is the area connecting the uterus and the vagina. It is not a rare disease. In fact, the National Cancer Institute estimates that in 2009 there will be 11,270 new cases and 4,070 deaths related to cervical cancer. Because the disease is easily treated if caught... more »
There are many therapies that can help you live more comfortably while you are battling cervical cancer. Through the maze of medical treatments, there are several complementary alternatives that will help you manage your discomfort and fear. By consulting with your physician, you can develop an effective plan for overall wellness. more »
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Cancer is the rapid growth of cells. The cervix is located between the vagina and the opening of the uterus. The death rate from cervical cancer... more »
The majority of cervical cancers in the United States are caused by human papilloma virus (HPV). Up to 70 percent of all diagnosed cervical... more »
Cervical cancer is usually caused by strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV), a common sexually transmitted virus. Although cervical cancer is... more »
Taking the necessary steps to prevent cervical cancer as a teenager can greatly reduce your chances of developing cervical cancer in the future.... more »
Cervical cancer (cancer of the cervix) is a serious form of cancer that strike thousands of women every year. The cervix is a section of the... more »
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Cervical cancer is malignant neoplasm of the cervix uteri or cervical area. It may present with vaginal bleeding but symptoms may be absent until the cancer is in its advanced stages.Robbins/> Treatment consists of surgery (including local excision) in early stages and chemotherapy and radiotherapy in advanced stages of the disease.
Pap smear screening can identify potentially precancerous changes. Treatment of high grade changes can prevent the development of cancer. In developed countries, the widespread use of cervical screening programs has reduced the incidence of invasive cervical cancer by 50% or more.
Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is a necessary factor in the development of nearly all cases of cervical cancer.Robbins/> HPV vaccine effective against the two strains of HPV that cause the most cervical cancer has been licensed in the U.S. and the EU. These two HPV strains together are currently responsible for approximately 70%FDA Licenses New Vaccine>"pmid16670757"> of all cervical cancers. Since the vaccine only covers some high-risk types, women should seek regular Pap smear screening, even after vaccination."National Cancer Institute HPV Q&A">
Classification
The naming and classification of cervical carcinoma percursor lesions has changed many times over the 20th century. The World Health Organization classificationCAresearchUK />DeMay> system was descriptive of the lesions, naming them mild, moderate or severe dysplasia or carcinoma in situ (CIS). The term, Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia (CIN) was developed to place emphasis on the spectrum of abnormality in these lesions, and to help standardise treatment.DeMay /> It classifies mild dysplasia as CIN1, moderate dysplasia as CIN2, and severe dysplasia and CIS as CIN3. The most recent classification is t read more at » http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cervical+cancer
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