Servical Cancer

 

Cervical cancer is a disease that occurs when cancerous cells originate in the tissues of the cervix, a part of a woman's reproductive system. The exact cause of cervical cancer has not yet been identified; however, researchers do know that human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is the major risk factor for developing the disease. A woman with cervical cancer may not experience any symptoms when the disease is in its early stages. Certain tests can help find and diagnose cervical cancer before symptoms of the cancer develop. When symptoms of cervical cancer do occur, they can include pelvic pain and vaginal bleeding, among other things. Treatment options for cervical cancer include surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy.