Cervical Cancer
Although cervical cancer used to be one of the most dangerous types of cancer for women, its prognosis is far more optimistic today.
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The majority of cervical cancer cases originate in what’s referred to as the ‘transformation zone’. This is where the vagina ends and the cervix begins.
Nine out of 10 cases are considered squamous cell carcinomas and involve cells at the outer edges of the cervix. Most of the remaining diagnoses are adenocarcinomas, which begin further inside the cervix.
Regular screening can catch pre-cancerous developments and prevent the spread of cervical cancer.
The first indication of cervical cancer is after an HPV or a Pap test. The results of these tests will determine whether or not further diagnostics are necessary.
If more testing is needed, a biopsy will be taken of any irregular tissue. In advanced cases, an x-ray or CT scan may be needed to see how far the cancer has spread.
Treatment options for cervical cancer are significantly better today than just 15 years ago. Cases that are caught early can be taken care of with surgery and local anaesthesia.
Extreme cases require extensive surgery and radiotherapy or chemotherapy. Regardless of how much the cancer has grown, overall immune and physical health must be a top priority.
Speak to a cancer care specialist