Women’s Health Brochure on Cervical Cancer

Image of cancerous tissues in the cervix. Obtained from Cleveland clinic: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/12216-cervical-cancer
Risk Factors for CC
These include:
* Having multiple sexual partners
* Starting sexual indulgence at an early age
* A weakened/threatened immune system
* Smoking

WOMEN’S HEALTH BROCHURE: IT'S US AGAINST CERVICAL CANCERAbout Cervical Cancer (CC)CA occurs in the cells of the cervix. The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is the major culprit behind most CC cases. HPV is transmitted through sexual activity. In its initial stages, CA has no symptoms and may therefore go unnoticed. However in its later stages, one may experience vaginal bleeding, pain during sexual intercourse, and a bloody vaginal discharge (Cleveland Clinic, 2023).If you’re noticing these symptoms, it’s time to make an appointment with our gynecological specialist for a thorough check-up.Preventative Screening for CCRoutine Pap Tests are used to detect cancerous tissues on the cervix (NCI, 2023).HPV tests are also recommended.HPV and Pap Tests are also used together.

Diagnostic Tests for CCThe first step once CA is suspected e...