Cervical Cancer is Preventable: The Importance of Screening

Cervical cancer is the second most frequent cancer among women in India. Yet, it is also one of the most highly preventable and curable forms of cancer—provided it is detected early.

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Almost all cervical cancers are caused by long-lasting infections with certain types of Human Papillomavirus (HPV). Because cervical cancer progresses very slowly, regular screening can catch precancerous changes long before they turn into cancer.

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Your Two Best Defense Strategies

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1. The Pap Smear: This simple procedure collects cells from the cervix to look for abnormalities. Women should typically start getting Pap smears at age 21.
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2. The HPV Test: This test looks specifically for the high-risk HPV strains that cause cervical cancer. It is often done alongside a Pap smear (co-testing) for women over 30.
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Don't Wait for Symptoms

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Early-stage cervical cancer rarely causes symptoms. By the time symptoms appear (such as abnormal bleeding or pelvic pain), the cancer is often in a more advanced stage. This is why routine screening is absolutely non-negotiable.

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