Prevention of Cervical Cancer

Prevention list: Methods of prevention of Cervical Cancer mentioned in various sources includes those listed below. This prevention information is gathered from various sources, and may be inaccurate or incomplete. None of these methods guarantee prevention of Cervical Cancer.

• Pap smear - screening and early detection can help prevent or at least reduce its severity.

Prevention of Cervical Cancer: The risk of cancer of the cervix (the lower, narrow part of the uterus or womb) increases with age. Most invasive cancers of the cervix can be prevented if women have Pap tests and pelvic exams regularly. Older women should continue to have regular Pap tests and pelvic exams. The doctor uses a wooden scraper or a small brush to collect a sample of cells from the cervix and upper vagina. The cells are sent to a lab to check for abnormalities.¹

Footnotes:
1. excerpt from Cancer Facts for People Over 50 - Age Page - Health Information: NIA

Last revision: May 26, 2003

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