Question 1

how could a woman get cervical cancer?

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HPV infection...: Nearly all cervical cancers are caused by infection with the dna virus called human papillomavirus (hpv). This virus is most commonly spread by sexual contact, and certain viral strains can incorporate into human dna and cause human cells to proliferate outside of normal cell growth control causing dysplasia (precancer) and then possibly cancer. The pap test is a screening test to detect this.

Question 2

can cervical cancer if you're a virgen?

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Define virgin...: Nearly all (&gt;99%) of cervical cancers are associated with infections by human papillomavirus (hpv).  This is generally a sexually transmitted infection.  Most people think of "virgins" as people who have not engaged in penile - vaginal intercourse.  Hpv can be spread by other types of close contact such as oral to genital contact.  In that way, a "virgin" might get hpv and go on to develop cancer.

Question 3

what is cervical cancer a risk factor for?

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Cervical cancer can lead to::   Excessive menstrual bleeding, Heavy periods, Abnormal vaginal bleeding, Spotting, Noticeable vaginal odor.

Question 4

how is it that a woman gets cervical cancer?

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HPV virus: Sexual intercourse and infection with the human papilloma virus is the cause behind cervical cancer.  The pap test and hpv test can screen for this disease.  If a gynecologist or primary care physician is seen with regularity and performs the pap, abnormal results can be treated before the development of cancer in most women.

Question 5

odds of getting cervical cancer if a virgin?

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Almost zero: I'm generally hesitant to use the words "always" or "never" in medicine as nature usually finds exceptions to every rule.  But I would say the chance is close to zero as cervical cancer is generally related to specific strains of HPV spread sexually.  I do know of one case reported in the literature. However, I'd say you have a better chance of winning the powerball or being struck by lightning.

Question 6

what happens if a man gets cervical cancer jab?

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Protect against HPV: The cervical cancer jab is actually a vaccine against the human papilloma virus. This virus can cause genital warts in both men and women, and can cause cervical cancer in women. If a man gets this vaccination, he will be protected against some of the high-risk types of hpv to prevent genital warts (and also prevent him from infecting sexual partners with the virus).

Question 7

can you get cervical cancer if you are a virgin?

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Yes.: Cervical cancer is most commonly caused by infection with human papilloma virus (hpv). Hpv can be transmitted sexually via skin to genital contact without necessarily engaging in intercourse. Therefore, women who have never had sex can still acquire hpv which would put them at risk for developing cervical cancer.

Question 8

why should a teen be concerned about cervical cancer?

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Prevention: Getting vaccination for hpv is goes a long way to preventing cervical cancer and it is recommended for teen agers.  Early start of intercourse, and having multiple partners are additional risk factors for cervical cancer.

Question 9

is it unusual to have cervical cancer at a young age?

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Percentage: It is difficult to know the exact percentage of cervical cancer, but the only test that will detect it is a pap smear with a pelvic exam by your doctor. Cervical cancer still kills many healthy women across the world and it is preventable.

Question 10

could a dr be tell if you had cervical cancer by exam?

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Some times: Advanced cancer can be detected by naked eye examination of the cervix. Early cervical cancer requires pap smear and/or biopsy and examination of cells and tissue by a pathologist.

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