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Do I Have Cancer of the Cervix?

Source: opa.osophs.dhhs.gov
Topic: Cervix
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Sort Desciption: (STDs) including HIV/AIDS and greatly reduces your risk for cancer of the cervix. ... the cells of the cervix that could lead to cancer if they are not ...

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Laser Vaporization After you are given a local anesthetic, a beam of light is used to remove the surface of the cervix. New healthy cells grow back. This treatment may be used if the abnormal area is large. Conization After you are given a local anesthetic, a cone-shaped area of the cervix is removed to get rid of abnormal cells inside and on the surface of the cervix. New healthy cells grow back. This treatment may be used if the abnormal area is hidden or very severe. After any of the above procedures you will have some spotting and discharge. Hysterectomy The uterus is surgically removed. This procedure is done in the hospital. You will be given either a regional or general anesthetic. You will no longer have periods or be able to get pregnant. What should I do after treatment? You will need a Pap smear every 3-6 months for 1-2 years following most of these treatments. You will need a Pap smear at least once a year for the rest of your life, even if you have had a hysterectomy (pre-cancerous cells could develop at the top of the vagina). Do not smoke. It doubles your chance of getting cancer of the cervix. Eat healthy foods including dark green leafy vegetables, red/orange/yellow fruits and vegetables, and whole grain foods. These foods help the cervix heal. Consider decisions about sex very carefully. The younger you begin having sex, the greater your risk for developing cancer of the cervix. Being ...

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