More than 850 people in the UK die of cervical cancer every year. The disease mainly affects women under 45 but often ‘operates in stealth mode’ – lacking early indicators....CONTINUE READING THE FULL ARTICLE>>>
Many cervical cancer symptoms also overlap with conditions such as fibroids or endometriosis, meaning many women simply put up with them and avoid seeking help.
It’s mainly caused by persistent Human Papillomavirus HPV infections, a common group of viruses that affects around eight in 10 people. Whilst many HPV infections clear on their own, certain types can lead to cervical cancer – which accounts for one per cent of all cancer deaths in females in the UK.
As today marks the start of Cervical Cancer Awareness Week, INTIMINA’s gynaecology expert Dr Susanna Unsworth shares four little-known cervical cancer symptoms you should never ignore. These are:
Cervical screening is the best way to identify abnormal changes in the cervix. This includes discovering the presence of high-risk HPV. The NHS cervical screening programme in England is available for anyone with a cervix from the ages of 25-64.
“Besides that, women should always attend smear tests– a routine screening test that can detect abnormal cells on the cervix before they turn into cancer,” Dr Unsworth added. “It’s a quick, painless procedure that could save your life. Combined with cervical screening, they act as early warning systems, allowing doctors to take preventive action.”
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