Archive for May, 2008
About Cervical Cancer
Posted by cervical cancer in Cervical Cancer on May 3rd, 2008
Eze ThankGod ik asked:
The lower narrow portion of the woman’s uterus is called the cervix. This opening to the passageway is called the cervical canal. During a menstrual period the blood flows from the uterus through the canal and into the ******. Producing mucus that helps ***** move from the ****** to the uterus, the cervix remains tightly closed. Knowing the exact function and location of the cervix will aid a lot as we discuss cervical cancer.
Cervical cancer is the formation of abnormal cells on the lining of the cervix. Normally as cells grow they divide, the old cells die, and new cells replace them. When the normal process by which cells divide goes wrong, masses of tissue known as tumors begin to grow. Benign tumors are not life threatening and normally can easily be removed permanently. They usually stay in one location and do not normally spread to other parts of the body. However, some tumors are malignant; these are the ones that are a lot more serious as they have the possibility of spreading and growing at alarming rates if not caught early. They are life threatening and can be removed but sometimes grow again. When these malignant tumors occur, they are known as cancer.
Risk factors that can contribute to the possibility of developing cervical cancer are infections. The main infection that causes cervical cancer is the human papillomavirus,
These are common viruses that are extremely contagious. It is estimated that most adults have at one time in their lives been infected with HPV because of coming into sexual contact with another person with the virus. It can cause changes to the cervix that will eventually turn into cancer, warts, or other uncomfortable and unpleasant problems. A weakened immune system will have the same affect n the cervix or women who have had many partners have a higher level of risk than those who have not. Sometimes normal aging is a factor, usually occurring in women over age 40.
Cancer that spreads from its place of origin to another part of the body the new tumor is identical to the original cell and therefore the cancer is the same no matter what part of the body it has spread to. For example: if a woman has cervical cancer that has spread to her ****** we would not call this ****** cancer but we would say that the cervical cancer cells are located in her ******. It would be treated as cervical cancer and not ****** cancer. If a woman has symptoms arising from cervical cancer then she waited much too long. Regular screenings for cervical cancer is imperative as the cells can be prevented from forming into cervical cancer way before symptoms begin. Today the number of cases in the U.S. has been falling thanks to screening and early detection. Doctors recommend that regular PaP smear test are performed to find cervical cancer or abnormal cells that lead to cancer of the cervix. Early detection is the way to preventing this kind of cancer, it is treatable with a high rate of success, so get tested regularly to prevent this from becoming a big problem. It is hard to prevent diseases without living in fear, but as long as you are observant of signs, you will be able to reduce the risk of mortality.
Jesse
The lower narrow portion of the woman’s uterus is called the cervix. This opening to the passageway is called the cervical canal. During a menstrual period the blood flows from the uterus through the canal and into the ******. Producing mucus that helps ***** move from the ****** to the uterus, the cervix remains tightly closed. Knowing the exact function and location of the cervix will aid a lot as we discuss cervical cancer.
Cervical cancer is the formation of abnormal cells on the lining of the cervix. Normally as cells grow they divide, the old cells die, and new cells replace them. When the normal process by which cells divide goes wrong, masses of tissue known as tumors begin to grow. Benign tumors are not life threatening and normally can easily be removed permanently. They usually stay in one location and do not normally spread to other parts of the body. However, some tumors are malignant; these are the ones that are a lot more serious as they have the possibility of spreading and growing at alarming rates if not caught early. They are life threatening and can be removed but sometimes grow again. When these malignant tumors occur, they are known as cancer.
Risk factors that can contribute to the possibility of developing cervical cancer are infections. The main infection that causes cervical cancer is the human papillomavirus,
These are common viruses that are extremely contagious. It is estimated that most adults have at one time in their lives been infected with HPV because of coming into sexual contact with another person with the virus. It can cause changes to the cervix that will eventually turn into cancer, warts, or other uncomfortable and unpleasant problems. A weakened immune system will have the same affect n the cervix or women who have had many partners have a higher level of risk than those who have not. Sometimes normal aging is a factor, usually occurring in women over age 40.
Cancer that spreads from its place of origin to another part of the body the new tumor is identical to the original cell and therefore the cancer is the same no matter what part of the body it has spread to. For example: if a woman has cervical cancer that has spread to her ****** we would not call this ****** cancer but we would say that the cervical cancer cells are located in her ******. It would be treated as cervical cancer and not ****** cancer. If a woman has symptoms arising from cervical cancer then she waited much too long. Regular screenings for cervical cancer is imperative as the cells can be prevented from forming into cervical cancer way before symptoms begin. Today the number of cases in the U.S. has been falling thanks to screening and early detection. Doctors recommend that regular PaP smear test are performed to find cervical cancer or abnormal cells that lead to cancer of the cervix. Early detection is the way to preventing this kind of cancer, it is treatable with a high rate of success, so get tested regularly to prevent this from becoming a big problem. It is hard to prevent diseases without living in fear, but as long as you are observant of signs, you will be able to reduce the risk of mortality.
Jesse
Hpv Vaccine to Prevent Stds and Cervical Cancer
Posted by cervical cancer in Cervical Cancer on May 1st, 2008
Stephanie Roberts asked:
The HPV vaccine known as Gardasil is the first vaccine created for the prevention of a sexually transmitted disease. HPV – also known as the human papillomavirus – is often associated with ******* warts. However, certain strains of this sexually transmitted disease are the most common cause of cervical cancer, which is often only detected in its later stages. In fact, cervical cancer is often considered the second most common form of cancer affecting women. Some insist that the HPV vaccine should be mandatory among women in order to prevent cervical cancer as well as ******* warts.
About the HPV Vaccine
The Gardasil vaccine targets the four most dangerous strains of HPV. Approximately 70% of all cervical cancer cases are caused by HPV-16 or HPV-18. About 90% of cases of ******* warts are due to an HPV-6 or HPV-11 sexually transmitted infection. It is these four strains that Gardasil protects against.
While at present cervical cancer prevention predominantly relies on pap smear screenings and safe *** practice, the HPV vaccine adds a significant level of prevention since it may protect women from contracting HPV in the first place. The HPV vaccine represents a relatively new option, and as such is still undergoing observation and research. Nonetheless, it is available to the public and is typically recommended for young women between the ages of 11 and 12.
About HPV
HPV is one of the most commonly contracted STDs and may affect both men and women. The symptoms associated with HPV depend on the type of strain that is the source of infection. In many cases, no symptoms of an HPV infection appear, which is what makes regular pap smear tests so important to female reproductive health. The following are some of the common signs and symptoms of HPV.
HPV: ******* Warts
If an HPV infection occurs, the symptoms of ******* warts may not begin to develop for several weeks. In fact, in many cases, ******* warts symptoms will not appear for several months.
The physical symptoms of ******* warts are characterized by white or flesh-coloured areas that are either flat or raised, and are said to resemble cauliflower florets. These typically appear in the vaginal region, **** or ***** in women. ******* warts may interfere with bodily functions such as ********* and bowel movements.
HPV: Cervical Cancer
The HPV strain that is commonly associated with ******* warts is rarely linked with cervical cancer. Unfortunately, this also means that physical symptoms of an HPV infection that may lead to cervical cancer are often not apparent. In many cases, the immune system will be able to fight off this type of HPV infection; however, in cases where this does not occur, the longer HPV remains in the system, the greater the risk of developing cervical cancer becomes. A Pap smear can detect abnormal cells in the cervix, which may indicate an HPV infection, and help prevent the development of cervical cancer.
In cases where physical symptoms of cervical cancer do appear, the signs may include painful intercourse, lower back pain, pain during ********* and unusual vaginal bleeding – particularly after ***********. However, these symptoms may indicate a variety of other reproductive health conditions affecting women, and should be investigated by a health care professional.
Julio
The HPV vaccine known as Gardasil is the first vaccine created for the prevention of a sexually transmitted disease. HPV – also known as the human papillomavirus – is often associated with ******* warts. However, certain strains of this sexually transmitted disease are the most common cause of cervical cancer, which is often only detected in its later stages. In fact, cervical cancer is often considered the second most common form of cancer affecting women. Some insist that the HPV vaccine should be mandatory among women in order to prevent cervical cancer as well as ******* warts.
About the HPV Vaccine
The Gardasil vaccine targets the four most dangerous strains of HPV. Approximately 70% of all cervical cancer cases are caused by HPV-16 or HPV-18. About 90% of cases of ******* warts are due to an HPV-6 or HPV-11 sexually transmitted infection. It is these four strains that Gardasil protects against.
While at present cervical cancer prevention predominantly relies on pap smear screenings and safe *** practice, the HPV vaccine adds a significant level of prevention since it may protect women from contracting HPV in the first place. The HPV vaccine represents a relatively new option, and as such is still undergoing observation and research. Nonetheless, it is available to the public and is typically recommended for young women between the ages of 11 and 12.
About HPV
HPV is one of the most commonly contracted STDs and may affect both men and women. The symptoms associated with HPV depend on the type of strain that is the source of infection. In many cases, no symptoms of an HPV infection appear, which is what makes regular pap smear tests so important to female reproductive health. The following are some of the common signs and symptoms of HPV.
HPV: ******* Warts
If an HPV infection occurs, the symptoms of ******* warts may not begin to develop for several weeks. In fact, in many cases, ******* warts symptoms will not appear for several months.
The physical symptoms of ******* warts are characterized by white or flesh-coloured areas that are either flat or raised, and are said to resemble cauliflower florets. These typically appear in the vaginal region, **** or ***** in women. ******* warts may interfere with bodily functions such as ********* and bowel movements.
HPV: Cervical Cancer
The HPV strain that is commonly associated with ******* warts is rarely linked with cervical cancer. Unfortunately, this also means that physical symptoms of an HPV infection that may lead to cervical cancer are often not apparent. In many cases, the immune system will be able to fight off this type of HPV infection; however, in cases where this does not occur, the longer HPV remains in the system, the greater the risk of developing cervical cancer becomes. A Pap smear can detect abnormal cells in the cervix, which may indicate an HPV infection, and help prevent the development of cervical cancer.
In cases where physical symptoms of cervical cancer do appear, the signs may include painful intercourse, lower back pain, pain during ********* and unusual vaginal bleeding – particularly after ***********. However, these symptoms may indicate a variety of other reproductive health conditions affecting women, and should be investigated by a health care professional.
Julio