The at-home tests are not yet available, but the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved two self-swab tests from the ...
To get screened for cervical cancer, patients in the United States may no longer need to put their feet in those awkward stirrups, brace for the uncomfortable speculum or even take the time off from ...
Adenocarcinoma of the cervix is a less common type of cervical cancer. It can cause symptoms such as vaginal bleeding. Treatment can include radiation therapy and surgery. Adenocarcinoma of the cervix ...
Linda Ryan, a recurrent cervical cancer survivor and patient advocate, offers advice for patients undergoing cervical cancer treatment on advocating for yourself and communicating with family.
January is often believed to be the month of ‘new year resolutions’. Let us tell you that this is also the ‘Cervical Cancer ...
Professor & Director, Daffodil Centre, A Joint Venture with Cancer Council NSW, University of Sydney Karen Canfell receives funding from a range of government and non-government sources. She is ...
An abnormal Pap smear means some percentage of your cervix cells appear abnormal in shape or size. In most cases, an abnormal Pap smear does not indicate cancer and is in fact caused by HPV. If you ...
Cervical biopsies can be painful. Pain levels depend on several factors, including the type of biopsy and whether doctors administer pain relief during the procedure. A cervical biopsy involves ...
Cervical cancer incidence is rising, with rural and minoritized populations experiencing worse outcomes due to suboptimal care and screening disparities. Data from 2001-2019 reveal a widening gap in ...