Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women globally with an estimated 6,04, 000 new cases and 3, 42, 000 deaths in 2020, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO). Mayo Clinic says, “Cervical cancer is a growth of cells that starts in the cervix. The cervix is the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina.
” There are various strains of human papillomavirus (HPV) and they play an important role in causing cervical cancer. HPV is a common infection that’s passed through sexual contact. When you’re exposed to HPV, the body's immune system prevents the virus from harming you.
In a small percentage of people, however, the virus survives for years. This leads to the process that causes some cervical cells to become cancer cells. Cervical cancer can be treated if the condition is detected at an early stage.
While some of the common symptoms of common symptoms of cervical cancer are vaginal bleeding after intercourse, heavy menstrual bleeding that lasts longer and others. Here, take a look at some of the ‘silent’ symptoms of cervical cancer that one tends to overlook. Itching or burning sensation in the vagina One might experience this due to an infection or other less serious condition.
However, if you have persistent vaginal itching or burning sensation, it can be a sign of cervical cancer, according to a report in Mirror.co.uk.
Frequent or urgent urination Most of the time, this is down to urinary tract infections or bladder issues. How.
