Cervical cancer screening methods

The patient lies flat on the examination table, and the doctor uses a speculum to keep the vagina open so that the cervix can be observed. The doctor then uses a small brush to remove some cells from the cervix and sends these cells to the laboratory for examination. Most women with early cervical cancer do not have any symptoms, which shows that cervical smear tests and HPV screening are very important. The method of cervical cancer screening allows gynecologists to perform cervical smear tests during routine pelvic examinations. After the age of 30, human papillomavirus (HPV) should also be tested. HPV is a common pathogen that causes sexually transmitted diseases, and almost all cervical cancers are caused by HPV infection.

Is radiotherapy or chemotherapy better for cervical cancer?

Cervical cancer can be treated with radiotherapy and chemotherapy, and cervical squamous cell carcinoma is very sensitive to radiotherapy and chemotherapy. If cervical cancer is in the middle or late stage, radiotherapy and chemotherapy are the main treatments, and the treatment effect is relatively good. However, if cervical cancer is in the early stage, it is best to have surgery. After the surgery, the next treatment plan should be determined based on the pathological results after the surgery.

Symptoms of cervical cancer

It can manifest as irregular vaginal bleeding, sometimes with heavy bleeding. Some people may experience an increase in the amount of vaginal discharge, with blood in the vaginal discharge. In the middle and late stages, the main symptoms are excessive menstruation and prolonged menstruation. Most early cervical cancers do not have any symptoms.