Cervical cancer can be cured in the early stages if detected early

This is an automatically translated article.

The article was professionally consulted by doctors of Internal Oncology Department, Vinmec Times City International General Hospital.

According to the World Health Organization in Vietnam, it is estimated that for every 100,000 women, there are 20 cases of cervical cancer and 11 deaths. All are at risk of cervical cancer when they start having sex. The early symptoms of the disease are often not obvious, so early screening is the best way to detect and treat cervical cancer in time.

Cervical cancer is ranked 3rd in the group of cancers causing the highest death in women, after breast cancer and ovarian cancer.

1. Signs of early cervical cancer

Cervical cancer has 4 main stages and the first stage is called carcinoma in situ. At this stage, cancer cells have only formed in the surface layer, have not grown deep into the tissues, there are almost no signs of early cervical cancer, so women cannot recognize I know I have the disease if I don't go to the gynecologist. When it is in the late stages, the patient may have symptoms such as:
Abnormal vaginal bleeding: Women who have gone through menopause for many years, suddenly have vaginal bleeding for no reason, the amount of blood is small and unaccompanied. symptoms of abdominal pain, back pain Vaginal discharge a lot: A large amount of white blood, changing both in nature, with an odor and with a change in color Pelvic and back pain: When the disease gets worse, the pain will continue to spread to the legs and cause swelling in the legs Cramps : sudden pain around the pelvis or cramps even on days without a period Urinating abnormalities : muscles can leak urine even when sneezing, vigorous exercise, blood in the urine, pain when urinating... Irregular menstrual cycle: Late period, prolonged menstrual period, black menstrual blood Dark... Vaginal bleeding, abnormal, odor, change color is one of the signs of cervical cancer in the late stages

2. Why can early screening test cure cervical cancer in time?

The HPV virus is the most common cause of cervical cancer. 90-95% of people infected with HPV are able to clear or completely destroy this virus by the immune system and changes in vaginal pH. However, most women are infected with HPV at least once in their life, and there is no guarantee that the HPV virus in the body will clear up on its own. There are also a number of other bacteria that can cause cervical cancer but are less common: Chlamydia infection, Trichomonas fungus... Therefore, it is necessary to have annual cancer screening screening to promptly detect detect abnormal changes in cervical cells and cure cervical cancer in its early stages. The World Health Organization also recommends that even if you have received the HPV vaccine, you still need to be screened to detect precancerous lesions and early cancer, if unfortunately you get sick.
Many women feel nervous about taking this test. However, routine testing to detect and treat abnormalities early before they become serious saves hundreds of thousands of lives each year. So don't worry, be confident because you've got your health under control.
Don't worry about cancer screening tests because early detection and treatment save hundreds of thousands of lives every year.

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3. When should cervical cancer screening test be done?

Doctors at Vinmec International General Hospital recommend that all sexually active women aged 30 - 49 have an early cervical cancer screening test. However, you can also get tested earlier if you notice an abnormality. The best time to get screened is 2 weeks after the first day of your period. Do not insert vaginal suppositories for 48 hours before the test and do not have intercourse the night before. If you don't find any abnormalities on this first test, you should have the test again every 3 years after that.
All sexually active women between the ages of 30 and 49 (or earlier if found abnormal) should have a screening test Gynecological cancer screening and early detection so that it can be detected early even without symptoms.

4. Advantages of cervical cancer screening at Vinmec

Currently, Vinmec is the first private general hospital in Vietnam capable of deploying genetic testing to screen for cancer on the spot, without the need to transfer samples abroad. European standard. Vinmec has a team of experts who are well-trained in gene technology to master the current advanced gene testing techniques in the world. Vinmec offers cervical cancer screening testing as an important part of a women's health package or as a separate test at your request.
When screening for cervical cancer at Vinmec, the doctor will assign tests to diagnose cervical cancer early. Here, modern methods and procedures ensure sterility for the most accurate results. Screening results are returned to your home with specific advice and recommendations.
Early cervical cancer screening is considered the "golden key" for early detection and effective cervical cancer treatments, thereby reducing the risk of death and reducing costs for people. sick.
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