Cervical Cancer Questions

There are always chances at that age. You can get an imaging done like MRI scan and a biopsy to confirm the same.

Ca 125 test itself can not suggest anything, need doctor to listen to detailed medical history in form of questions and answers, examination of patient and sometimes reports so meet concerned doctor.- Gynecologist.

Most of medical challanges need doctor to listen to detailed medical history in form of questions and answers, examination of patient and reports so meet concerned doctor- Gynecologist or Onco-gynecologist or Onco surgeon.
She has cancer and those tests describe which type is likely and more important those tests help later after treatment to judge results of treaatment.

Get a PETSCAN done to confirm its involvement and spread and we should plan for chemotherapy and surgery after clinical examination

Vaccine that protects from cervical cancer is a vaccine against human papilloma virus. It can be taken by women from 10 to 25 years of age. It provides about 70% protection. It can be available with gynecologists/pediatricians or in hospitals.

HPV vaccination can be given between 9-26 years of age ,ideally should be given before commencement of sexual activity.
But can be given after commencement of sexual activity also
HPV infection is sexualy transmitted.
HPV infection isthe main cause of cervical cancer, vaccination prevents HPV infection thus prevents cervical cancer.

You can get the second inj. of cervarix upto 2.5 months after the first dose and the 3rd dose within 13 months from first dose if the schedule is interrupted due unavoidable reasons,so need not worry

The cancer needs to be staged. After that the treatment needs to be decided. Stage 1 -surgery. If more staging 2,3 0r 4 the treatment varies.

If the vital parameters are proper than Patient can tolerate chemotherapy medication but needs to be decided after clinical examination.

There is no harm in taking this vaccine. It is effective about 5 years after taking the vaccine. But you can also go for PAP smear. For more details, please contact me.