Pre-cervical cancer refers to atypical changes in the cervix. Experts grade these changes based on the extent of the cellular abnormalities. Not everyone with atypical cervical cells develops cervical ...

Metastatic cervical cancer is cervical cancer that has spread to distant regions of the body, such as the lymph nodes, lungs, or liver. Cervical cancer affects the lower part of the uterus — the area ...

To get screened for cervical cancer, patients in the United States may no longer need to put their feet in those awkward stirrups, brace for the uncomfortable speculum or even take the time off from ...

In early December, the American Cancer Society updated its guidelines for the first time since 2020. Now, all women nationwide are eligible for at-home cervical cancer screening.

The American Cancer Society (ACS) released updated guidelines today for cervical cancer screening, reflecting advances in disease detection and accessibility in the United States. The updated ...

There's a new way to screen for high-risk HPV, a viral infection that can lead to cervical cancer. This alternative method of collecting samples for cervical cancer screening doesn't require a ...

Two women share their stories of cervical cancer — a cancer that rarely causes symptoms until it’s advanced. A Pap smear is the best way to diagnose cervical cancer. HPV vaccination can prevent it.

IT SEEMS LIKE A NORMAL MORNING FOR MIA WHITE. THE 27 YEAR OLD IS MAKING COFFEE AND HER BREAKFAST, BUT SOON SHE’LL HEAD TO HER SECOND DOCTOR’S APPOINTMENT OF THE WEEK. SO I AM GETTING TREATMENT AT THE ...

Women with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) are six times more likely to develop cervical cancer than women without HIV. In fact, HIV is responsible for around 5% of all cervical cancer cases ...

The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Dr. Gina Ogilvie ...