The signs of cervical cancer women should never ignore

Consider this a public cervical announcement.

American Cancer Society recently made a severe preaching – nearly 13,400 new cases of cervical invasive cancer will be diagnosed this year and about 4,300 women will die from the disease.

Cervical cancer begins in the cervical cells, which binds the uterus and the vagina. Almost all cervical cancers are caused by human papillomavirus (HPV), the most common sexually transmitted infection in the US

At least 13 million new HPV cases are recorded each year – there are more than 200 strains of the virus. Some people catch HPV and have no symptoms, while others develop genital warts, oropharyngeal cancer, cervical cancer or other conditions.

January is the month of cervical cancer awareness – and Dr. Fidel A. Valea is sharing three warning signs that can pronounce trouble.

“[These] Symptoms should never be ignored and deserve to be appreciated, “Valea,,, Chief of the Northwell Health oncology system, told The Post.

Irregular bleeding

“Irregular bleeding is common and does not necessarily mean that the woman has cancer,” Valea said. “However, it is a common symptom of cancer.”

He said bleeding after sex or menopuation is particularly disturbing.

Cervical cancer is most often diagnosed in women between 35 and 44 years old, but women of any age can take it.

Be sure to see a doctor if you have irregular bleeding that lasts more than a few months – regardless of the amount.

Pelvis pain

“Similar to bleeding, pain does not mean cancer but is a common symptom of women with [gynecological] Cancers in general, “Valea noted.” It can be continuous or interrupted. If it continues for several months it should be estimated. “

Abnormal

“The discharge is usually with hated smell – it can be light or heavy and can even be bloody,” split the wave. “The smell and/or the need to wear a pillow are important symptoms to appreciate.”

How to reduce your risk of cervical cancer

• Consider being vaccinated against HPV. Disease control and prevention centers suggest the start of shooting at 11 or 12 or since 9. Adults up to 45 can be inoculated.
• Get a Pap or HPV test. The five-year survival rate is 91% when cervical cancer is detected early.
  “Pap test used to control cervical cancer is one of the most effective means of preventing cancer in medicine,” Valea said. “All countries like SH.BA, [that] The use of mass examination has seen a decrease in the incidence of cervical cancer and mortality. “
• Quit smoking. Smoking smoking significantly increases the risk of cervical cancer.
• Practice more secure sex. Continuous use of the condom can reduce the risk of HPV.