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Cervical cancer is a common cancer among women. There has been a link established between the incidence of this disease and the presence of the human papillomavirus (HPV). Today, young women are encouraged to take a vaccine for HPV in an attempt to reduce the risk of contracting cervical cancer later in life.

It has been found that the HPV virus is present in nearly all cases of cervical cancer. However most women who have the HPV virus do not go on to develop cancer. Therefore, it is thought that other risk factors come into play. Some of these include having a weakened immune system, smoking cigarettes and increasing your risk of STDs by having multiple sexual partners. Engaging in sexual activity at an early age also seems to increase the risk of developing cancer of the cervix, possibly because immature cells are more vulnerable to cancerous changes triggered by the HPV virus. Continue reading ‘Cervical Cancer’ »

Not all cancers are preventable, but one of the best steps that women can take to prevent cervical cancer is to have a Pap test. This is a proven method to detect cancer of the cervix in its early stages. When this type of cancer is detected early enough, then it is almost always treatable and curable.

A Pap test is a way to look for changes in the cervix which might indicate a cancer is growing. If there is cancer developing a Pap test can usually find it early enough for doctors to take action and cure it. Visit with your doctor about how often you should have one performed. Continue reading ‘Cervical Cancer Basics – What Women Should Know’ »

These days, many women are faced with risks of being infected with cervical cancer. This notwithstanding, cervical cancer is one of the most preventable of all cancer types. To minimize the risk of being exposed to and eventually attacked by cancer of the cervix, certain steps need be followed as outlined below:

1. Creating proper awareness on cervical cancer and human papillomavirus (HPV) infection.
Women should endeavour to consult the appropriate doctor or even a gynecologist on issues and questions regarding cancer. The advice of an awareness group and cancer-related organizations should also be sought as much as possible.

Continue reading ‘Proven Ways to Minimise Danger of Cervical Cancer Infection’ »

June 21, 2011 — A rapid rise in the rate of oropharyngeal cancer among men is being linked to human papillomavirus (HPV), and the number of cases in the U.S. could increase by almost 30% by 2020, surpassing the number of cervical cancers in women, according to research presented June 3 at the American Society of Clinical Oncology annual meeting in Chicago.

There were approximately 6,700 cases of HPV-positive oropharyngeal cancers in the U.S. in 2010 — up from about 4,000 in 2004 — and the number of cases is projected to rise by 27% to 8,500 in 2020, lead researcher Anil Chaturvedi, PhD, of the National Cancer Institute (NCI), told DrBicuspid.com.

Using data from the NCI’s cancer registries surveillance programs in Hawaii, Iowa, and Los Angeles, Chaturvedi and his co-authors determined the HPV status for a total of 271 oropharyngeal cancer cases reported between 1984 and 2004. They estimated trends in HPV prevalence across four calendar periods using logistic regression and found that the incidence of HPV-positive oropharyngeal cancer in men rose by 225% between 1988 and 2004. Continue reading ‘Rise in oropharyngeal cancer among men linked to HPV’ »

Every November, men across the country take part in Movember, a fundraiser where men grow their facial hair for the month as walking billboards for prostate cancer.

But why should the boys have all the fun?

Vanessa Willson was having drinks with friends last November, admiring the array of mustaches and beards men were sporting that month. What started as a silly idea — what about a Movember for women? — became Julyna. Continue reading ‘Julyna Raises Awareness Of Cervical Cancer, HPV’ »

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Most people think about sexually transmitted diseases whenever they assess the risks of oral sex, but new studies show that there may be much more to fear than that. Scientists in the United States have recently determined that there may be a possible link between oral sex and cancer risk in the oral cavity, providing a whole new reason to promote sexual education and awareness. The studies indicate that this risk mainly rises for white men, but there are possibilities of issues across the board. This is a serious problem that is currently under serious investigation.

Oral cancer cases have grown 225% from 1974 to 2007, and the main factor that scientists could link to the new victims is the number of sex partners involved in oral practices they had prior to developing cancer. Oral sex allows for the passing of the human papillomavirus, or HPV. This can lead to the onset of many common STDs, as well as many forms of vaginal, penile, anal, or oral cancers. 40 of the 150 different types of HPV can be passed through sexual intercourse in one way or another, so the spreading of oral ractices and cancel risk go hand in hand. Continue reading ‘Oral Sex And Cancer Risk – The Viral Link’ »

Rectal (or anal) cancer is actually a fairly rare cancer. In fact, about 1 in 100,000 people have rectal cancer. However, this type of cancer is far more prevalent in men who have sex with men (MSM). The rate of occurrence rises considerably: to 70-144 in 100,000 people. Why does rectal cancer occur more often in men who have sex with men? When one looks at the facts, it actually makes sense. The average man who has sex with men that is also HIV positive is twice as likely to develop anal cancer as one who is HIV negative. What is it about HIV that increases the risk of men who have sex with men?

Let’s dig a little deeper. While HIV is one of many factors that increase the risk of anal cancer-including the same virus that causes genital warts-receptive anal sex is another factor. This is a common type of sexual intercourse among men who have sex with men, which is why MSM need to take additional precautions. Health professionals recommend that HIV-positive and other high-risk men be screened for anal cancer on a regular basis, including yearly exams and anal Pap smears. Rectal cancer is one of those cancers that are treatable if caught early. Continue reading ‘HIV And Anal Cancer’ »

Cervical Cancer is defined as a malignant growth of the cervical area. Vaginal bleeding may be indicative of this disease buy symptoms may not show themselves until advanced stages of this illness. Papsmear screening can indicate precancerous growths and speed up treatment and provide different options of treatment.

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is an infection that is a factor in almost all cervical cancer cases. This disease is knows as the “common cold” of sexual transmitted infection and affects more than 80% of all sexually active adults, whether they have symptoms or not. Women or men who have many sexual partners are of greatest risk. Continue reading ‘Cervical Cancer and Disorders’ »

Cervical cancer develops from a pre-cancerous condition known as dysplasia. It starts in the cervix, the lower part of a woman’s womb or uterus. The vast majority of cases of cervical cancer are caused by the human papilloma virus, more commonly known as the HPV. If untreated, it spreads slowly to other parts of the body, literally taking years to do so in most cases. People with cervical cancer do not usually find themselves bothered by it until it has spread to other parts of the body.

Symptoms of cervical cancer include:

* continuous discharge from the vagina. These discharges are usually pale, watery, pink, brown, bloody or foul smelling.
* Abnormal vaginal bleeding between monthly periods, after sexual intercourse or after the woman has gone through menopause.
* A definite change in the heaviness and length of monthly periods.
* The start of bleeding after the end of menopause.
* Loss of appetite.
* Unexplainable loss in weight.
* Unexplainable frequent times of fatigue.
* Pelvic pain.
* Back pain.
* Swelling in just one leg.
* Urine or feces leaking from the vagina.
* A definite increase in the tendency to experience bone fractures. Continue reading ‘Information of Cervical Cancer’ »

A leading researcher says cervical cancer could be eradicated within five decades with vaccines currently in use and development.

Professor Jack Cuzik, of Cancer Research UK, said vaccines currently available can protect women from three-quarters of cervical cancers. The vaccines shield women from the two cervical cancer-causing strains of the human papilloma virus (HPV).

Cuzik says vaccines in development will protect women from the other seven strains of HPV as well, effectively eliminating cervical cancer in 50 years.

Cuzik, an expert on cervical cancer screening, also argues that vaccinations must be used in tandem with HPV screening. Continue reading ‘Researcher: Cervical Cancer Could Be Eradicated in 50 Years’ »