November 8th, 2009 by Astri

Cervical cancer, you are probably familiar with this term. Cervical cancer is one deadly diseases, which has claimed the lives of many women in the world. Cancer is caused by Human Papillomavirus and attack the cervix. Even based on the research, every day one life lost because of cancer. The disease is attacking the women regardless of age and professional groups. For early prevention efforts, you should know the symptoms of this cancer.

The Symptoms

1. Appetite loss and weight loss.
2. Pelvic bones and spine pain.
3. Swelling in the legs.
4. Urine accompanied by feces out from a vagina.
5. Menstruation is not normal, usually much longer and so much dirty blood comes out.
6. Arise the whitish and smell. Fluids arise containing blood with brown or pink color.

In the early stages, the disease did not show these symptoms. To detect early, you need to do a pelvic exam and pap smear tests.

Prevention

1. Prevention of cervical cancer can be done with the screening program and HPV vaccine.
2. Avoid sexual intercourse at a young age, and do not changing sexual partners.
3. Perform a pelvic exam and pap smear at regular intervals.

Suggestion

If you find any symptoms of cervical cancer, contact your doctor immediately for further action.

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