Cervical Cancer
Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women. It affects cells lining the cervix, which connects the uterus to the vagina. Cervical cancer can spread to other parts of the body such as the bladder, vagina, rectum, lungs and liver.
Symptoms of Cervical Cancer
Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding
Unusual Vaginal Discharge
Pain in the Back, Legs or Pelvis
Pain during Intercourse
Weight Loss
Swelling in the Legs
Fatigue
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Potential Causes of Cervical Cancer
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- Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection
- Smoking
Diagnosing Cervical Cancer
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- Pap tests
- HPV tests
Treatment Options for Cervical Cancer
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- Surgery: Hysterectomy (simple or radical) or trachelectomy.
- Chemotherapy: A combination of drugs is used to either destroy cancer cells or slow down the growth of cancer cells.
- Radiation therapy: High-energy rays are used to kill cancer cells.
- Targeted drug therapy: Targeted drugs destroy cancer cells or slow down their growth.
- Immunotherapy: Drugs help the immune system better identify and destroy cancer cells.
Stages of Cervical Cancer
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- Stage I: Tumor is between 5 mm and 4 cm.
- Stage II: Tumor has grown into tissues next to the cervix and uterus.
- Stage III: Cancer has spread to the lymph nodes in the pelvis, blocks a ureter or stops the kidney from working.
- Stage IV: Cancer has further spread to the bladder, rectum, lungs, liver or bone.
How can Harakaty help?
We have programs designed specifically for women that include a combination of low-intensity movement techniques to activate pelvic floor muscles, enhance neuromuscular control, and increase body strength. Multidimensional movements help reduce or eliminate symptoms such as chronic pain, limited mobility, inflammation, and restricted blood circulation.
