MAKNA Getting to know Cervical Cancer
Cervical Cancer was the second most common cancer among women in Peninsular Malaysia between 2003 to 2005. It constituted 10.6% of all female cancers. The cervix is a very strong muscle that connects a woman’s womb and her vagina. It forms a small opening which lets through menstrual blood and sperm. Cervical cancer usually starts in cells on the surface of the cervix. It happens when cells begin to grow and divide uncontrollably. These cells gradually spread into the tissue of the cervix. From there they may move to other parts of the body such as the vagina, womb or bowel. Cervical cancer can take years to develop. But before it develops, early changes take place in the cells on the surface of the cervix. At this point, the abnormal cells can easily be detected using Pap Smear Test. Early cervical cancer often has no symptoms. But, visit your doctor if you notice the following signs: – Bleeding between periods – Bleeding during or after sex – Bleeding after you have been through menopause – Any unpleasant vaginal discharge – Discomfort or pain during sex These symptoms do not necessarily mean you have cervical cancer. However, it is advisable to check with a doctor. Please visit our website: makna.org.my Kindly follow us on Facebook and Twitter www.facebook.com twitter.com
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