Cervical cancer and Human papillomavirus (HPV)

What is cervical cancer and Human papillomavirus (HPV)❓

 Cancer of Cervix

 Cause: repeated infection with HPV

What are the symptoms of cervical cancer and Human papillomavirus❓

 Vaginal bleeding between periods, after sex and menopause (stopping of periods)

 Lower abdomen pain 😖

 Abnormal vaginal discharge 💧

 HPV: genital warts

How do you diagnose cervical cancer and Human papillomavirus❓

 Patients history and physical vaginal examination 🏨

 Cervical smear test to check for abnormalities

 Biopsy – removing small tissue of in cervix to examine

 Blood tests 💉

 Imaging

How do you treat cervical cancer and Human papillomavirus❓

 Surgery to remove affected part of cervix 🏨

 Radiotherapy – radiation to stops cancer spreading

 Chemotherapy – anti-cancer medication to stop cancer spreading

Why should I worry about cervical cancer and Human papillomavirus❓

 Unable to be pregnant 🤰

 Can lead to death