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Cervical Cancer is becoming a very scary name among the serious diseases occurring in women. This cancer occurs in the lower part of the uterus i.e. cervix. Its most dangerous thing is that it grows very slowly in the body and initially its symptoms are so common that women are unable to recognize them.
According to Dr. Neerja Bhatla, Gynecologic Oncologist of AIIMS, the main cause of cervical cancer is Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Infection occurs. This is a very common virus, which spreads through unprotected sex or skin contact with an infected person. It is a matter of relief that this deadly disease can be completely prevented through timely vaccination and awareness.
What are the early symptoms of cervical cancer? What women consider ‘normal’
Doctor Neerja says that most of the women ignore the initial signs of cervical cancer considering them as normal stomach pain, back pain or menstrual irregularities, which later prove to be fatal. If these changes are seen in the body, then become alert immediately:
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Bleeding between periods: Bleeding suddenly or in between days after menstruation ends.
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Bleeding after intercourse: Bleeding or severe pain after sexual intercourse.
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Bleeding after menopause: Sudden bleeding after months or years of complete cessation of periods (menopause).
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Abnormal Discharge: White discharge or smelly thick discharge from the vagina.
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Persistent pain: Constant unbearable pain in the pelvic area (lower abdomen) and waist.
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Other symptoms: Excessive tiredness without any reason, burning sensation or pain while passing urine and sudden weight loss.
A little carelessness and direct danger to life
According to health experts, if cervical cancer is detected in the first or second stage (early stage), a woman’s life can be easily saved. But by hiding or ignoring the symptoms for a long time, this cancer spreads from the uterus to other parts of the body. The report of the World Health Organization (WHO) also confirms that every year millions of women around the world die of this cancer due to not getting timely treatment.
What is HPV vaccine and its miraculous benefits?
Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) vaccine is the most effective weapon against this cancer. This vaccine makes the body’s immunity so strong that the cancer-causing virus cannot harm the body.
According to doctors, this vaccine 9 to 14 years old That girls should be employed. The effect of the vaccine is best and most effective at this age. Since this virus spreads rapidly through unsafe sex, it is considered safest to take this vaccine before the age of sexual intercourse.
Not just cervical, this vaccine will completely prevent these 8 types of cancer.
This vaccine not only prevents cervical cancer, but also protects the body from 8 other deadly cancers. It is a matter of relief that soon it will be made compulsorily available for men also. Know which cancers it prevents:
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cervical cancer (cancer of the cervix)
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anal cancer (cancer of the anus or rectum)
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vulva cancer (Cancer of the external surface of the female genitalia)
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vaginal cancer (vaginal cancer)
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penile cancer (Male penile cancer)
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oral cavity cancer (mouth cancer)
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oropharyngeal cancer (throat cancer)
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laryngeal cancer (Voice box cancer)
Battle against cancer: Adopt these habits today for protection
To stay safe from cervical cancer, get the HPV vaccine at the right age. Keep your lifestyle healthy; Stay away from smoking and alcohol consumption completely, because these things promote cancer cells. Avoid unsafe sexual relations and do not take any small change in the body lightly. If this disease is detected in time, then 100% successful treatment is possible in medical science today through chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
