Question 1

can mastubation cause cervical cancer?

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No.: The vast majority of cervical cancers and pre-cancers are caused by infection with the human papillomavirus (hpv).  Masturbation does not cause cervical cancer.

Question 2

likely causes of cervical cancer in women?

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HPV: Almost all causes of cervical cancer are attributed to abnormal changes of the uterine cervix from previous exposure to certain strains of HPV (human papillomavirus) obtained through prior sexual contact.  It's believed to take many years to develop after initial exposure and so regular gyn check-ups and pap smears are recommended.  Recently, a vaccine for younger women (under 26) is recommended.

Question 3

what is the major cause of cervical cancer?

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HPV: Human papilloma virus has been identified as the primary reason of cervical cancer in > 99% of cases. That's why it is paramount for all sexually active women age 20 and older to have their pap smears done on a regular basis.

Question 4

how can hpv cause cervical cancer?

Accepted Answer

HPV/cervical cancer: Human papilloma virus (hpv) infects the cells of the cervical lining.  Depending on the subtype of hpv, this infection can interfere with cellular growth signals in a way that causes cells to grow abnormally (cervical dysplasia).  In rare cases, the cells develop the ability to invade the tissue under the cervical lining (cervical cancer).

Question 5

can hpv type 70 cause cervical cancer in the future?

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Maybe not, but...: There are over 7 billion people on our planet, and many things are possible in life. HPV strain 70 is not in Gardasil-9 vaccine, so protection is only by being wise and lucky. Strain 70 is not currently listed as one of the cancerous strains, which means one should not spend her days worrying about it. All eligible persons should be vaccinated. Read:  https://www.hpv.org.nz/about-hpv/hpv-strains

Question 6

what are the other causes of cervical cancer besides hpv?

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: It took us decades of research to link cervical cancer to some strains of HPV. Pap smears were done for early detection several decades before the HPV link was known. We do know that some cases have no evidence of any prior HPV infection but the origin remains elusive.

Question 7

does cervical cancer cause dizziness, blur visions and migraines?

Accepted Answer

Cervial cancer ?'s: At 22, it is unlikely for you to have cervical cancer, and this form of cancer is not associated with "dizzyness, blurred vision and migraines".  See a gyn physician for a pap smear if you have not had one recently.

Question 8

can undiagnosed cervical cancer cause infertility if treated to late?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Undiagnosed cervical cancer usually leads to death. And if the cervix is full of cancer likely there is no way to get pregnant or very difficult. But that is not the same as pre-cancer which is almost always what we talk about with papsmears. That is not related to fertility.

Question 9

title news story said jj baby powder caused cervical cancer due to "talcum" in powder. was cancer caused from use on skin or internally?

Accepted Answer

Talcum unlikely prob: Studies show that talcum powder, which is a silicate like asbestos, is not likely to cause ovarian cancer. Studies investigated the introduction of talc on talc dusted diaphragms and condoms and concluded that it was not likely the cause. Correlation, not causation. The USPST recommends women get their pap smear and genetic testing and because HPV is associated with cervical cancer. See OB/GYN.

Question 10

apart from having sex, are there other causes of cervical cancer?

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Yes: First of all, having sex does not cause cervical cancer. The virus that can go on to lead cervical cancer can be passed by sex as well as any other type of skin to skin contact. Other things that increase risk of cervical cancer are: smoking, herpes infection, HIV infection and not getting pap smears as recommended by your gyn.

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