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Treatment of cervical cancer depends on the stage of the cancer, the size and shape of the tumor, the age and general health of the woman, and her desire to have children in the future. Early ce...[read article]

Tests for Cervical Cancer

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A Pap smear is an examination under the microscope of cells scraped from the cervix.  More
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A colposcopy-directed biopsy uses a low-powered microscope called a colposcope to help view the surface of the cervix and show abnormalities.  More
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A pelvic examination is a routine procedure used to assess the well being of the female patients' lower genito-urinary tract. This is done as part of a usual h...  More
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical ex...  More
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A cervical biopsy is a test in which tissue samples are taken from the cervix and examined for disease or other problems. See also: Colposcopy-directed biopsy  More
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A biopsy is the removal of a small piece of tissue for laboratory examination.  More
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Computed tomography (also known as CT, CT scan, CAT, or computerized axial tomography) scans use x rays to produce precise cross-sectional images of anatomical stru...  More
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Endoscopy is a way of looking inside the body using a flexible tube that has a small camera on the end of it. This instrument is called an endoscope.  More
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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a noninvasive way to take pictures of the body. Unlike x-rays and computed tomographic (CT) scans, which use radiation, MRI uses...  More
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Tumor markers are a group of proteins, hormones, enzymes, receptors, and other cellular products that are overexpressed (produced in higher than normal amounts) by ...  More
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Surgical Procedures for Cervical Cancer

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Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure is an effective outpatient treatment for abnormal cell growth. A fine wire loop with a special high-frequency current allows...  More
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An exenteration is a major operation during which all the contents of a body cavity are removed. Pelvic exenteration refers to the removal of all the organs and adj...  More
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A hysterectomy is surgery to remove a woman's uterus. It may be done through an incision (cut) in either the abdomen (belly) or the vagina.   More
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A hysterectomy is an operation to remove a woman’s uterus. It can relieve such symptoms as severe pain and bleeding. If you have cancer, it may save your life...  More
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Cervicectomy
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Cervix cryosurgery is a surgical treatment to freeze and destroy abnormal tissue in the cervix.   More
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A hysterectomy is surgery to remove a woman's uterus. It may be done through an incision (cut) in either the abdomen (belly) or the vagina.   More
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How long after cervical laser surgery do you have to wait before using tampons or having sex?  More
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Medical Procedures for Cervical Cancer

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Chemotherapy is the use of drugs to kill bacteria, viruses, fungi, and cancer cells. Most commonly, the term is used to refer to cancer-killing drugs. This article ...  More
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Radiation therapy uses high powered x-rays or radioactive seeds to kill cancer cells.   More
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Detailed information on brachytherapy, including the two types of brachytherapy: intracavitary brachytherapy treatment and interstitial brachytherapy treatment   More
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Detailed information on external beam therapy, including information on how the procedure is performed  More
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Intravenous chemotherapy
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Prescribed Medications for Cervical Cancer

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CISPLATIN is a chemotherapy drug. It targets fast dividing cells, like cancer cells, and causes these cells to die. This medicine is used to treat many types of can...  More
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PACLITAXEL is a chemotherapy drug. It targets fast dividing cells, like cancer cells, and causes these cells to die. This medicine is used to treat ovarian cancer, ...  More
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FLUOROURACIL, 5-FU is a chemotherapy drug. It slows the growth of cancer cells. This medicine is used to treat many types of cancer like breast cancer, colon or rec...  More
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IFOSFAMIDE is a chemotherapy drug. It slows the growth of cancer cells. This medicine is used to treat testicular cancer.This medicine may be used for other purpose...  More
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TOPOTECAN is a chemotherapy drug. It is used to treat lung cancer, ovarian cancer, and cervical cancer.This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health...  More
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MITOMYCIN is a chemotherapy drug. This medicine is used to treat cancer of the stomach and pancreas.This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health ca...  More
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CARBOPLATIN is a chemotherapy drug. It targets fast dividing cells, like cancer cells, and causes these cells to die. This medicine is used to treat ovarian cancer ...  More
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GEMCITABINE is a chemotherapy drug. This medicine is used to treat many types of cancer like breast cancer, lung cancer, pancreatic cancer, and ovarian cancer.This ...  More
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IRINOTECAN is a chemotherapy drug. It is used to treat colon and rectal cancer.This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharma...  More
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BLEOMYCIN is a chemotherapy drug. It is used to treat many kinds of cancer like lymphoma, cervical cancer, head and neck cancer, and testicular cancer. It is also u...  More
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Herbs and Supplements for Cervical Cancer What's this?

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DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone) is an endogenous hormone (made in the human body), and secreted by the adrenal gland. DHEA serves as precursor to male and female sex ...  More
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