Cervical cancer screening
Common Disease Cervical Cancer,
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Cervical cancer occurs when cellular changes occur in the cervix, which is the entrance to the uterus, and become cancerous.
Causes of cervical cancer
The cause of cervical cancer is the human papillomavirus (HPV). This virus,
which is transmitted through sexual intercourse, can infect any woman or man who has ever had sex.
Therefore, all sexually active women need to be screened for cervical cancer. In women who have been infected with this virus for a long time,
cell changes in the cervix begin, and if the changes become severe, they become cancerous.
which is transmitted through sexual intercourse, can infect any woman or man who has ever had sex.
Therefore, all sexually active women need to be screened for cervical cancer. In women who have been infected with this virus for a long time,
cell changes in the cervix begin, and if the changes become severe, they become cancerous.
Human Papillomavirus FAQ
Q
What is HPV? How do I get infected?
A
It is the most common pathogen transmitted through sexual intercourse. There are many types, so they are distinguished by numbers. It is mainly transmitted through sexual intercourse, and anyone who has sex can get it. The virus can also be transmitted even when the infected person has no symptoms at all.
Q
What problems does it cause?
A
Most HPV infections go away on their own, but some long-term infections can cause genital warts or cervical cancer.(If your immune system is weakened, you are more likely to have long-term infections.) In rare cases, it can cause vulvar cancer, anal cancer, or penile cancer in men. The most common types of HPV that cause genital warts are types 6 and 11. The types of HPV that cause cervical cancer are types 16, 18, 31, 33, and 58.
Q
How can it be prevented?
A
1. Get vaccinated against HPV. It is a safe and effective method, and is given in three doses over a period of six months.
2. Get regular cervical cancer screenings. It is recommended to get it every three to twelve months,
as needed. If you get regular cancer screenings as scheduled, you can greatly reduce your risk of getting cancer.
3. Use a latex condom correctly every time you have sex, and you can reduce the risk of infection.
2. Get regular cervical cancer screenings. It is recommended to get it every three to twelve months,
as needed. If you get regular cancer screenings as scheduled, you can greatly reduce your risk of getting cancer.
3. Use a latex condom correctly every time you have sex, and you can reduce the risk of infection.
Causes of human papillomavirus infection
Early onset of sexual intercourse
If you had sexual intercourse before the age of 20,
your risk of developing cervical cancer increases.
your risk of developing cervical cancer increases.
Multiple sexual partners
If you have had multiple sexual partners or
have had unhygienic sex,
your risk of developing cervical cancer increases.
have had unhygienic sex,
your risk of developing cervical cancer increases.
smoking
If you smoke, your risk of developing cervical
cancer is 3 to 6 times higher than for non-smokers.
cancer is 3 to 6 times higher than for non-smokers.
Cervical cancer screening method
The main symptom of cervical cancer is vaginal bleeding, but if symptoms start, the cancer is likely already advanced.
However, regular cervical cancer screening can be sufficiently prevented.
However, regular cervical cancer screening can be sufficiently prevented.
Thin Prep
Liquid-based cytology is a test that was developed to complement cytology (PAP) and is the most commonly performed test recently as its accuracy has increased to 80%-90% .
Cervicography
This test detects cervical lesions by treating the cervix with a reagent, enlarging it, taking a photograph, and then interpreting the photograph.
Human Papillomavirus Test (HPV DNA Chip)
The examination method is the same as the liquid-based cytology test, and it checks for the presence and type of virus. The diagnostic rate increases when performed in conjunction with the liquid-based cytology test.
Biopsy
A cervical biopsy is performed to confirm a diagnosis when cytological or imaging tests suggest cell abnormalities .
