Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer (also known as Cervix cancer) refers to tumor of cancerous cells that forms in the tissue lining the female cervix. The cervix organ is part of the female reproductive system and connects the uterus with the vagina.

The cervix cells produces mucosa that helps the male sperm move forward towards the uterus. The cancerous tumor that develops in these cells is usually a slow growing tumor, which can be benignA non-lethal slow growing form of tumor, created by uncontrolled cell division. These kinds of tumors are normally self-contained.  or malignantCancerous tumors, created by uncontrolled cell division, which expand quickly and can spread to other areas of the body. . While the benign cells do not spread or threaten the patient's life, the malignant cells can spread to the blood stream or lymph system and form additional tumors in farther organs in the body.

Cervical cancer is almost always caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV) infection which can be transferred during sexual intercourse. Papilloma is actually a group of viruses; not all cause cancer (some can cause benign tumors that will have to be removed). Many adults have been infected by this virus without ever knowing it.

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Cervical Cancer Symptoms

Cervical cancer in its early stages rarely shows symptoms, however, this type of cancer can be detected in its early stages by a regular Pap smear test (a medical test in which cervical cells are scraped from and looked at under a microscope).

Once the cancer is in an advanced stage, it may include these symptoms:

• Irregular bleeding from the vagina or changes in the female cycle
• Irregular bleeding from contact during intercourse
• Pain from sexual intercourse
• Pain in the pelvis

Cervical Cancer Treatments

The treatment options for cervical cancer include surgery, chemotherapy and radiation treatments. The specific type of treatment will depend on the stage of the cancer, the size of the tumor and if it has spread to additional parts of the body.

Most women who were diagnosed in the early stages of the growth will undergo surgery. Depending on the size of the tumor, the surgery will include a partial or complete removal of the cervix and uterus. In addition, the patient may go through chemotherapy and radiation treatments, with the possibility of internal radiation treatments that includes an insertion of a narrow tube into the organ with radioactive substance inside it. The tube is left inside the female body for a few days to kill the cells.

Cervical Cancer Treatment Abroad

Once diagnosed with a cancerous tumor in the cervix area, you will want to begin treatments as soon as possible. TicketMed works with the top oncology surgeons and specialists that will guide you through your specific treatment scheme. Contact us now or ask for a quote in order to begin treatments immediately.