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An uncontrolled growth of cells in the cervix, the narrow neck-like passage forming the lower end of the uterus. Most cases of cervical cancer should be preventable by HPV vaccinations over the coming years.

Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this

41 years experience

Is a type of:

Uterine diseases • Cancer

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Rare
Teenager
14-18
Young adult
19-40
Common
Middle-aged adult
41-60
Common
Senior
60+
Common

How it can usually be treated?

Can be cured with medical treatment

How is it usually diagnosed?

Requires diagnosis by a medical professional

Body locations

Pelvis

Symptoms

Back pain
Bone pain
Pain during sex
Abnormal vaginal bleeding
Pelvic pain
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Medications

Ratings show how effective doctors think these medications are at treating Cervical cancer
Hycamtin
Topotecan

Procedures

Ratings show how effective doctors think these procedures are at treating Cervical cancer

Surgery

Hysterectomy
Surgery

Tests

Liver function test
Complete blood count
Basic metabolic panel
HPV typing in situ
Pap smear

Risk factors

Personal

Multiple sexual partners
Immunosuppression
Intercourse at a young age

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