Question 1

should everyone get a second opinion for a cervical cancer diagnosis?

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No: The diagnosis of cervical cancer is made by pathological examination of a biopsy.  Ask to see this report.  If it says cancer, a second opinion will not change that.  You may, however, wish to get a second opinion about proposed treatment for precancerous cells, which should not be confused with or called cancer.  You may also wish to get a second opinion about a proposed treatment of true cancer.

Question 2

i have a possible diagnosis of cervical cancer and am starting on birth control for the first time. at how much risk am i?

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Promoting cancer: Hormonal birth control can promote cancer. When there is a question of cervical cancer, hormonal birth control needs to be discussed with the doctor, who established the diagnosis of possible cancer.

Question 3

do women die from cervical cancer?

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Yes: In 2007, more than 4000 women died of cervical cancer in the us.

Question 4

how can you catch cervical cancer?

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Sexually: Cervical cancer is a cancer almost always caused by exposure to a virus.  The virus hpv, is passed sexually.  There is a vaccine now for the hpv for those 26 and younger.  Pap smears are very effective 92% in picking up changes from hpv and early cancer.

Question 5

can people die from cervical cancer?

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Cervical cancer: Yes and many do. go tot wikipedia for details.

Question 6

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 7

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 8

how can i detect cervical cancer early?

Accepted Answer

Regular pelvic exams: Regular pelvic exams and pap smears by your doctor are your best chance of finding an early cervical cancer.  We now know that most cervical cancers are a result of human papilloma virus (hpv) infection. Hpv can also cause venereal warts, anal cancer, and mouth and throat cancer.  If you are 26 or younger, ask your doctor about getting the hpv vaccine series.

Question 9

what is cervical cancer a risk factor for?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

likely causes of cervical cancer in women?

Accepted Answer

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.

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