Information from the Department of Disease Control. The Ministry of Public Health reveals that Thai women are the second highest incidence of cervical cancer after breast cancer. But it seems that many people still have misunderstandings about cervical cancer, including causes, symptoms, and screening methods. As a result, there is a low rate of disease screening and before it is detected, it may spread into a phase that requires treatment.
Sanook.com would like to collect 5 things you need to know about cervical cancer. Since what is the cause? Who is the risk group? Can it be avoided and how to screen for cervical cancer by yourself?
1.Cervical cancer is caused by what?
cervical cancer Caused by HPV (Human Papillomavirus) infection through abrasions or wounds around the vagina. cervical epithelium to the area around the anus and tip of the penis When the body is first exposed to HPV, the immune system attempts to protect the body from infection with the virus. But if the virus does not go away, it will result in abnormal cervical cells and may be the beginning of cervical cancer.
2.Who is the risk group?
Did you know Cervical cancer can occur to all women, whether they have had sex or not. Although most HPV infections are transmitted through sexual contact in high-risk groups such as having sex at a young age. Changing sexual partners often, having multiple children, and even women who only have one sex partner are also at risk of contracting HPV if a man has HPV. Tobacco, including people with compromised immune systems, such as SLE, are HIV-infected, etc.
3. Symptoms to watch out for
The malignancy of cervical cancer is that in its early stages there are often no symptoms. But if there is one abnormal symptom, such as an unusually large amount of vaginal discharge Foul-smelling or bloody vaginal discharge Abdominal pain without any known cause or pain after intercourse Abnormal bleeding from the vagina Having a period that lasts until you feel abnormal or bleeding from the vagina during menopause Should see a doctor for a diagnosis.
4.How often should I be screened?
American Cancer Society (ACS) or the American Cancer Society. It is recommended to start screening for cervical cancer about 3 years after having sex for the first time for people who have never had sex. The examination can be started from the age of 21 years and above for the distance of cervical cancer screening. If it’s a Pap smear, it should be done every year.
But if tested by liquid-based cytology: LBC should be checked every 2 years. It takes a long time for cancer to develop. But it can be cured if you know it first.
5. Be able to screen for cervical cancer by yourself
Although every woman knows that screening for cervical cancer is necessary, the traditional test method requires a trestle. This makes many women afraid, worried, and embarrassed to go get tested. Nowadays, there are alternative innovations that allow women to easily screen for cervical cancer risk. without having to go to the hospital Specimens are collected through a medical kit and sent back to the hospital or participating medical center. To detect the HPV virus that directly causes cervical cancer. You should get advice from your doctor before doing cervical cancer screening yourself.
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