Watery, bloody vaginal discharge that may be heavy or have an odor. Once the cancer has progressed, it can show these symptoms: Unusual vaginal bleeding, for example, after intercourse or between periods or after menopause. And this is why we emphasize getting Pap smears every three to five years and yearly pelvic exams. Unfortunately, the early stages of cervical cancer generally show no signs or symptoms. So if your mother took it while pregnant, you may have higher risk as well. One drug called DES was popular in the 1950s as a miscarriage prevention drug. A weakened immune system and also smoking are linked to higher risk. But it only takes one to contract HPV, so it's important to always practice safe sex.
Other risk factors for cervical cancer include multiple sexual encounters. I recommend getting both the HPV vaccine and regular screening tests. However, reducing your risk of one helps reduce your risk of the other. But most people with HPV never develop cervical cancer. Over 85% of the general population has been exposed. HPV is spread by skin to skin contact often during sexual encounters. While it isn't perfectly clear what sparks the cervical cells to change their DNA, it is certain that human papilloma virus, or HPV, plays a role. What was once the most common cause of cancer death for American women is now caught sooner and therefore more curable. Thankfully, advances in medical technology and specifically the use of Pap tests, have significantly helped us identify cervical cancer in patients earlier than ever before. Small changes in the cell DNA tells them to multiply out-of-control, and cells accumulate in growths called tumors. Cervical cancer happens when cells in the cervix, the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina, start to become abnormal. Whether you're looking for answers for yourself or someone you love, we're here to give you the best information available. In this video, we'll cover the basics of cervical cancer: What is it? Who gets it? The symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. Kristina Butler, a gynecologic oncologist at Mayo Clinic.
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