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How to Recognize Cervical Cancer
Cervical Cancer
As many already know, cancer is a diverse group of diseases that cause the body of an affected person produces a very large excess of malignant cells, which sometimes can lead to metastasis and, consequently, the emergence of tumors that can reach be malignant (and in many cases can cause death).
Cervical cancer (also known as cervical cancer or carcinoma), meanwhile, develops in the lower fibromuscular uterus that projects into the vagina. This is the second most common cancer among women, not to mention that also constitutes the most lethal cancer for women.
This is because the vast majority of patients suffering from this disease die before long. It should be noted that the best way to escape from a cancer of this magnitude is detected early and treated properly. Because cervical cancer generally do not present any symptoms, it is essential that all women get Pap tests annually to determine any abnormality.
On the other hand, note that the risk factors of cervical cancer may vary depending on the characteristics of the virus as the infected. On the other hand, it is essential to consider both cervical cancer and any type of cancer can develop in a few months or be produced for over ten years.
Main symptoms and diagnosis
cervical cancer is most often develop in women who do not undergo medical reviews regularly. The symptoms of this disease include abnormal bleeding (not menstrual period), unexplained increase in vaginal discharge, pain in the pubis and uncomfortable sensations when they have sex (intercourse).
Regarding the diagnosis of cervical cancer, it is essential to consider that this disease rarely produces symptoms. Despite this, at times tend to produce the symptoms mentioned above, it is essential that there is an urgent medical research. While these symptoms may indicate another type of disorder, also it could be cervical cancer so it needs to be treated immediately.
Treatment and prevention
Treatment for cervical cancer varies according to the spread of cancer, but usually consists of surgery, radiation therapy or chemotherapy. Therapy should be chosen depending on the severity of the cancer in question.
With regard to prevention methods that can be used against this disease, it is essential that women be vaccinated against human papilloma virus. On the other hand, is of utmost importance to undergo a Pap test every year and avoid having sex with many people (otherwise it is essential to use condoms).
Finally, it is important to note that the snuff and excessive intake of alcohol can also contribute to disease development.
Development of Breast Cancer
Stage I (early stage)
The size of the tumor is not more than 2 to 2.25 cm, and there is no distribution (metastase) in the armpit lymph nodes. At this stage I, the possibility of perfect healing was 70%. To check or not there metastase to other parts of the body, must be examined in the laboratory.
- Stage II
Tumor was larger than 2.25 cm and has happened metastase lymph nodes in the armpit. At this stage, the possibility to recover only 30 – 40% depending on the extent of the spread of cancer cells. In stage I and II are usually performed surgery to remove cancer cells that have spread to all parts, and radiation after surgery performed to ensure there are no more cancer cells left behind. Read the rest of this entry »