What should we do to prevent cervical cancer? 4 things women who want to prevent cervical cancer must know

Cervical cancer is preventable. Because the cause of cervical cancer is clear and it takes a long time for it to occur and develop, cervical cancer is currently the only cancer that can be prevented and treated.

The initial symptoms of cervical cancer may be irregular vaginal bleeding, which mainly manifests as: A non-menstrual vaginal bleeding; B contact bleeding: bleeding or pain during sexual intercourse (because the surface of the tumor is fragile, the vagina will bleed after intercourse) C postmenopausal vaginal bleeding. Late symptoms mainly include: poor discharge of vaginal discharge. Because the cancer involves the neuroskeletal and urinary systems, pelvic pain, back pain, urine bleeding or pain may occur. Further development of the cancer involves the lymphatic system and the whole body, and lower limb edema, fatigue and weight loss may occur.

What are the ways to prevent cervical cancer?

(1) Paying attention to the census of women's diseases and actively conducting cervical cancer screening can help detect cervical lesions at an early stage and prevent the occurrence of cervical cancer.

(2) Pay attention to menstrual hygiene and sexual hygiene, and avoid premature sexual activity and chaotic sexual life.

(3) The development and application of HPV vaccines can comprehensively prevent cervical cancer: The latest research shows that vaccinated women can not only prevent 100% of HPV-16/18 (the most common) HPV infection types associated with precancerous lesions and invasive cancer, but also prevent persistent and temporary precancerous lesions HPV-16/18 infection, with protection rates of 100% and 91% respectively. HPV vaccines can not only prevent the development of the disease, but also prevent the reproduction of the virus in women's reproductive tracts and prevent infection of new sexual partners.

What examination methods can detect cervical lesions early?

Prevention of cervical cancer mainly relies on census. The main detection methods are: cervical cytology examination, including cervical scraping, cervical thin layer liquid-based cytology (TCT) examination; high-risk HpV DNA examination, naked eye examination, and colposcopy.

What is the starting age and interval for cervical cancer screening?

In my country's economically developed large and medium-sized cities, the starting age can be considered to be 25-30 years old; in economically underdeveloped areas, the starting age for screening should be 35-40 years old. For high-risk women, the starting age for screening should be advanced accordingly. The screening interval is once a year. If two consecutive cytology screenings are normal, the screening interval can be appropriately extended to 3 years. If two consecutive HPV cytology screenings are normal, the screening interval can be extended to 5-8 years. The screening interval for immunosuppression should be shorter, and it is best to screen once a year.

On which days of the menstrual period should cervical cancer screening be performed? What should be paid attention to?

The best time for cervical cancer screening is 10-18 days after the onset of menstruation. Do not do vaginal douching or use intravaginal medications such as contraceptive creams within 48 hours before the examination. Do not have sexual intercourse within 48 hours before the examination to avoid affecting the accuracy of the examination.