Author: Sunil TannaYour worst nightmare has just been realized and you are in a very distressed and desperate state. Cdc Cervical Cancer StatisticsThis is a very common feeling among stage 4 cancer sufferers. But remember this. People have survived stage 4 cancer and this article will outline how they achieved this against the odds. Firstly, a couple of statistics to give you some comfort. More than 60% of all ovarian sufferers are already in...more
Author: Sandy ShawAn age over 50, white race, endometrial hyperplasia, a history of having taken hormone replacement therapy or tamoxifen, obesity, and the presence of colorectal cancer, are risk factors for uterine cancer. Cervical Cancer Statistics 2009 Unusual vaginal bleeding or discharge, difficult or painful urination, painful intercourse, and pain in the pelvis area, are common symptoms of this disease. Surgery, radiation therapy and...more
Author: Sandy ShawI was diagnosed in March 2005, and it is now nearly two years since I underwent treatment. Pre Cervical Cancer Stages As I was getting good test results last week - my CAT scan was all clear - I received emails from two friends. One was also diagnosed with cervical cancer with additional tumours in her ovaries. She is having her tubes and ovaries removed and being scheduled for radiation and chemotherapy treatment. My other friend let me know her mother has been diagnosed with cancer on her gall bladder that has spread to her liver and intestines. She is undergoing surgery at this moment. What struck me was that even though I am out of the woods with my own cancer and feel fit and healthy, others are just starting their journey. I realised what I went through and what I learned might be of use to others. If you have been diagnosed with cancer recently, or have a loved one who has, then this article is for you. My story I was diagnosed in March 2005 with cervical cancer, just 4 days after getting engaged. The treatment recommended initially was a full hysterectomy. Luckily there was a new surgery called a radical trachelectomy available to younger women who wanted...more
Author: Sandy ShawIn some countries cervical cancer is the number one cancer occurred to woman. Pictures Of Cervical Cancer Stages Poor knowledge of women to this cancer is the main trigger of rapid incidence of the disease. Every woman - without reference to age and background- can be incured by cervical cancer, the cancer that caused by infection...more
Author: Sandy ShawThat's why January is devoted to Cervical Health Awareness. Cervical Cancer Stages And SurvivalThis month is all about spreading the word and living a safe lifestyle that will lessen your chances of contracting cervical diseases. A great variety of promotional awareness event items will help to fuel every event. The National...more
Author: Sandy ShawThe uterine wall consists of various cell types. Cervical Cancer Stages Survival Cancer is named according to the cells affected by it. About 95% of uterine cancer cases are where the endometrial cells lining the uterus are affected. Cancer affecting glandular cells is called an adenocarcinoma and sometimes has squamous cells - as found on the surface of the skin and cervix. Non-cancerous squamous cells are called adenocanthomas cancer and malignant ones are called adnosquamous carcinomas. These cancers may look different under a microscope, but are often treated the same. Adenosquamous cancer of the uterus is more invasive and aggressive which can lead to more complications and a decreased cure rate (recent research and technological advances shows an improvement in rates). Symptoms are similar to that of uterine cancer and a biopsy and histology report will determine the cancer type. Symptoms could include unusual vaginal bleeding occurring outside normal monthly periods, watery and bloody discharge in the middle of a cycle or after menopause, discomfort and bloating in the abdomen and are similar to symptoms of endometriosis and fibroids without pain. A...more
Author: Sandy ShawCervical cancer takes the lives of approximately 253,500 women, worldwide, each year, according to the National Cervical Cancer Coalition (NCCC). Cervical Cancer Stages And Prognosis This threat has lead to a concerted research...more
Author: Sandy ShawCervical cancers usually affects women of middle age or older, but it may be diagnosed in any reproductive-aged woman. Cervical Cancer Stages Symptoms Cervical tumors are classified as either preinvasive where the lower third of the...more
Author: Sandy ShawCervical cancer is a cancer that forms in the tissues of the cervix. Cervical Cancer Stages Prognosis Cervical cancer may not have symptoms that can be detected easily and is a slow growing form of cancer. It can be detected with...more