Health Update

Recently, scientist found out why some women develop cervical cancer. They were able to show a direct link of cervical cancer and other HPV-related diseases such as vaginal and vulvar cancers, and genital warts with common virus called human papillomavirus (HPV). However, medical experts also know that certain risk factors play an important role in increasing a woman’s chance of developing cervical cancer.

A risk factor is defined as something that may increase the chance of developing a disease. So, when it comes to understanding and preventing a disease, it is important to be aware of its risk factors. According to studies, it has been found that a number of factors may act together and increase a woman’s risk of developing cervical cancer. In caring for one’s cervical health, it would be important to note the following:

Human papillomavirus (HPV)
HPV infection has been identified as the main risk factor for cervical cancer. HPV can infect the cervix and can be passed on through sexual contact. HPV infections are very common. It has been found that most adults have been infected with HPV at some point in their lives. Though most women’s bodies are able to fight HPV infections, some HPV types can cause changes in the cells of the cervix. Some of these changes can lead to genital warts, cervical pre-cancers, and other problems. (more…)