Many
of the women who are suffering from cervical cancer currently failed to
pay attention to early signs their bodies gave them. These are some
signs of the disease you must pay attention to.
According to the American Cancer Society, there are an estimated
12,340 new cases of cervical cancer in America each year. Sadly,
approximately 4,000 women die of this silent killer each year.
Women of all ages are at risk for cervical cancer once they begin
having sexual intercourse. And the human papillomavirus (or HPV) is the
most common reason why malignant cancer cells start to develop in the
tissues of the cervix (the pear-shaped organ below the uterus).
As the second most common type of cancer for women worldwide,
cervical cancer kills slowly, also making it one of the most treatable
and preventable cancers. This is why regular pap smears and vaginal
exams, should you encounter any of these symptoms, can save your life…
1. No Symptoms
The scariest thing about this silent killer of women is just
that—it’s a silent disease that oftentimes doesn’t show any symptoms at
all in the early stages. However, as the cancer advances, you will
likely experience pelvic pain, abnormal bleeding, and urinary issues
that signal cervix issues.
2. Pelvic Pain
Many women experience cramps at the start of their monthly
menstrual cycle. However, achy pelvic pain outside of that time frame,
or sharp cramps when you don’t typically suffer any, can be a symptom of
cervical cancer.
3. Abnormal Bleeding
One of the most common warning signs of cervical cancer is abnormal
bleeding outside of thenormal menstrual cycle. Of course, this varies
from woman to woman—from spotting to heavy bleeding that comes and goes
with no explanation.
4. Painful Urination
Pain when urinating can indicate a problem with the cervix.
Bladder pain or an achy sensation during urination often occurs in
advanced cancer cases if the cancer spreads to the bladder.
5. Unusual Discharge
Abnormal vaginal discharge—either increased discharge or discharge
that appears off in texture, color or odor—can be indicative of cervical
cancer. Typically, discharge will contain mucus (which explains the
thickness and foul odor) and should be reported to your health care
professional.
6. Abnormal Menstrual Cycles
Most women have experienced abnormal bleeding or spotting between
menstrual periods—sometimes when sick, following sexual intercourse,
after a pap smear, or during stressful times. However, regular bleeding
between menstrual cycles can indicate irritation of the cervix
andcervical cancer.
7. Pain or Bleeding After S*x
Even those of us with healthy cervix can see some spotting after
sex. However, if pain and bleeding occur more often following sex, it
can indicate an underlying health issue such as cervical cancer, and the
cervix should be examined by your doctor.
8. Anemia
Anemia can occur with cervical cancer when the number of healthy
red blood cells decrease and are replaced by white blood cells trying to
fight off the disease. Anemia typically causes the patient to feel
tired and completely zapped of energy, which can cause a typically
energetic person to experience unexplained fatigue and weight loss due
to a loss of appetite.
9. Urinary Incontinence
Any change in bladder habits, such as urine leakage when sneezing
or jumping, tinges of blood in the urine (hematuria), or total loss of
bladder control (incontinence) may indicate an underlying condition such
as cervical cancer as the as the cancer grows larger or spreads to
other organs in the body.
10. Back Pain
Pelvic or back pain, particularly in the region of the lower back
that may send shooting pains down the leg, and even cause swelling
(edema) of the legs.
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- Via Active Beat
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