Cervical cancer is usually caused due to long-lasting infection with the human papillomavirus. Other factor contributing to causes of cervical cancer includes smoking, early menarche, late menopause, oral contraceptive, multiple sex partners, poor genital cleanliness.
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HIV infections raise the incidence of cervical cancer, exposure to diethylstilbestrol in utero. Diet can affect your probability of having cervical cancer. Women with obesity are more prone to get a certain type of cervical cancer. Women whose diets are low in fruits and vegetables are also at higher risk of acquiring cervical cancer.
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Lifestyle habits that increase chances of cervical cancer
Medical Experts says that important lifestyle factors that affect the incidence and mortality of cancer include- tobacco, alcohol, poor diet, obesity, infectious agent, environmental pollutants and radiation, first intercourse at a young age, a high number of sex partners, sex with a person whose partner had cervical cancer, or having multiple sexual partners can also lead to cervical cancer. They also shed light on lifestyle improvements you can do to lower the risk of Cervical cancer.
Lifestyle modification that can minimize the risk & causes of Cervical cancer:
- Quit smoking
- Reduce your risk of infections
- Make dietary modifications
- Consume plenty of fruit and veggies
- Exercise regularly
- Manage stress
- Seek support
- HPV screening
- Regular pap smear and liquid-based cytology after the age of 30 years for HPV
- Genital hygiene
- HPV vaccine between 9 to 15 years of age
- Try to avoid long term usage of oral contraceptive
Sign and symptoms of cervical cancer
- Blood spots or mild bleeding between of following period
- Menorrhagia
- Bleeding after intercourse,
- Douching, or pelvic examination
- increase vaginal discharge
- Pain during sexual intercourse
- Post-menopausal bleeding
- Unexplained persistent pelvic or back pain
- Itching and burning sensation in the vagina
- Unexplained weariness
- Frequent or urgent urination
- Abdominal bloating
Cervical cancer is usually caused due to long-lasting infection with the human papillomavirus. Other factor contributing to causes of cervical cancer includes smoking, early menarche, late menopause, oral contraceptive, multiple sex partners, poor genital cleanliness.
Medical Experts says that important lifestyle factors that affect the incidence and mortality of cancer include- tobacco, alcohol, poor diet, obesity, infectious agent, environmental pollutants, and radiation. They also shed light on lifestyle improvements you can do to lower the risk of Cervical cancer.
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If you experience any of these signs and symptoms, it’s advisable to consult a doctor immediately.
Disclaimer
Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purpose only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before starting any fitness programme or making any changes to your diet.
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