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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CERVICAL CANCER



Since this month is for cervical cancer awareness, here are a few things you should know.

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Cervical cancer is one of the commonest cancers that affects females of childbearing age worldwide. 
The cervix simply means the lower, narrow portion of the uterus.


What Are The Risk Factors?

-Infection with Human Papilloma virus, especially when it is repetitive or poorly treated.
- Multiple sexual partners
-Family history of cancer
- Other risk factors for cancers including decreased immunity from HIV, Diabetes Mellitus, smoking,etc

What Are The Symptoms?

It could have no symptom at all but  detected during routine gynecological exams, or may lead to the following:
- Unexpected vaginal bleeding and discharge
- Pain during intercourse
- Pain while urinating
-Other features of cancer e.g effortless weight loss, reduced appetite and several features of anemia

 Can It Be Treated?

The main treatment is surgical removal of the uterus (hysterectomy), but in more severe cases,  chemotherapy and radiotherapy are also helpful.

How can It Be Prevented?

Early detection is key, and this is why the incidence is greatly reducing in some of the developed countries of the world.
 
You should seek medical attention as soon as you notice any of the symptoms — especially when you have some of the risk factors as well.

Pap Smear (cervical smear)

 It is an important screening test that is done periodically. It is highly effective in detecting early stages of the cancer. Contact your gynecologist to know more about this test.

I hope you have learnt a thing or two.

Thanks for reading.

Abdulsalam Yunusa
(abdulsalam750@yahoo.com)

Comments

  1. UnknownJanuary 12, 2022 at 3:15 PM

    Jazakallah may Allah increase your knowledge. How often do you have to do the pap smear screening?

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    1. Abdul'sHubJanuary 12, 2022 at 3:58 PM

      Wa Antum fajazakumullahu khaira. Thank you.

      It is recommended at puberty and then once every 5 years.

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  2. UnknownJanuary 12, 2022 at 7:20 PM

    Nice one sir,
    I believe with this every average person should know what step to take when notice any symptoms.
    Mostly the lack of appetite,lost of weight etc.

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