Question 1

what to do if i had a pet scan yesterday. i have cervical cancer right after the scan?

Accepted Answer

Follow drs. protocol: If metabolically active and of significant size tumor of cervix  and metastases would  likely be recognized on pet scan. Tumor does not arise in one day. Microscopic small lesions detected by pap smear are not likely recognized on pet scan. Treatment is determined by physician taking care of you.

Question 2

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 3

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

Accepted Answer

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 4

how quick does cervical cancer spread?

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Depends: Early detection is curable and that's why pap smears are so important.  The ability to spread depends on a number of features- 
is it poorly differentiated?
What stage was it iwhen it was found?
Has it gone to lymph nodes already?
Sorry- wish i could be more helpful.

Question 5

can you tell me about cervical cancer?

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Not enough...: ..That will fit in 400 characters. Look for info at the american cancer society (cancer.Org) and the national cancer institute (cancer.Gov) websites.

Question 6

what are common symptoms of cervical cancer?

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Not many if early: Cervical cancer is most commonly detected on routine screening pap smear or pelvic exam.  If a patient does not see a doctor routinely and does not get pap smears then cervical cancer may become advanced and start to cause symptoms. In such a case once it has become locally advanced patients can experience pelvic pain, abnormal bleeding, malodorous discharge, and even rectal pain or blood.

Question 7

how would one treat cervical cancer in situ?

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Surgery: Removal of a cone of cervix including the lesion is the usual treatment.  If child bearing is no longer needed/desired, removal of the uterus may be an option.

Question 8

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 9

what exactly does cervical cancer look like?

Accepted Answer

It is a growth on th: It is a tumor or growth on the cervix. It looks like a cauliflower like growth on top of the cervix. It bleeds on touch and a biopsy shows cancer cells. It is not difficult to diagnose for any good doctor especially a gynecologist which is where you should go to get examined for this problem.

Question 10

where is cervical cancer located in your body?

Accepted Answer

Uterus: It is cancer that develops in the uterine cervix, the lower tip of the uterus that sticks out into the vagina (see the illustration). Usually associated with human papilloma virus infection, so it can be prevented with the HPV vaccine or at least detected early with PAP smears. Not to be confused with endometrial cancer, which happens within the uterus itself.

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