Cervical cancer is a preventable cancer involving the cervix – the lower part of the womb. It can cause symptoms such as abnormal bleeding following sexual intercourse or inbetween periods. Most cases are caused by a virus called human papillomavirus (HPV). Prevention of cervical cancer is by regular screening and vaccination in young girls. Treatment of the cancer can include surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy or a combination of these.
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