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MS - Obstetrics and Gynaecology, MBBS

Gynaecologist•Agra
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A cervical smear test is often known as a Pap test and is done to establish the changes that might have occurred in cells of the cervix. A small sample of cells is taken from the surface of the cervix and is tested for any abnormalities. The sample is spread on a slide or in some cases mixed with a liquid fixative and studied under a microscope. It is one of the most popular methods to test the abnormalities in your cells and can pinpoint point cervical cancers.

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Gynaecologist•Chennai
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The Pap Smear Test or the Pap Test is a screening test for cervical cancer. This test helps in detecting the possible growth and presence of precancerous as well as cancerous cells within the cervix - the opening of the uterus. This test was named after the doctor who discovered its use when it comes to detecting the signs of the early onset of this kind of cancer. Let us find out more about the Pap Smear Test.

Reasons: The main reason behind getting a Pap Smear Test done on a regular b...more
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Oncologist•Mumbai
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Cervical cancer occurs when the cells of the cervix grow in an abnormal manner and affect other tissues and organs of the body. When it turns out to be invasive, this cancer adversely affects the deeper tissues of the cervix and might spread on to other parts of the body as well. It develops slowly, so it provides enough opportunities for prevention through early detection and treatment. Most of the women happen to be in their 20s and 30s when they get diagnosed with cancer in their cervix.
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Gynaecologist•Mumbai
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A cervical smear test is often known as a Pap test and is done to establish the changes that might have occurred in cells of the cervix. A small sample of cells is taken from the surface of the cervix and is tested for any abnormalities. The sample is spread on a slide or in some cases mixed with a liquid fixative and studied under a microscope. It is one of the most popular methods to test the abnormalities in your cells and can pinpoint point cervical cancers.

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Ayurveda•Lakhimpur Kheri
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सवाईकल कैंसर महिलाओं के गर्भाशय में होने वाले कैंसर को कहा जाता है. केवल महिलाओं को होने वाले प्रमुख कैंसरों में सर्वाइकल कैंसर प्रमुख है. ये कैंसर महिलाओं में योनि से गर्भाशय की ओर एक संकीर्ण खुलाव जिसे गर्भाशय ग्रीवा भी कहते हैं, में जन्म लेता है. महिलाओं में इसकी गंभीरता का अनुमान इसी से लगाया जा सकता है कि यह दुनियाभर की महिलाओं में होने वाला दूसरा सबसे आम प्रकार का कैंसर है. भारतीय महिलाओं में कैंसर से होने वाली मृत्यु में सर्वाइकल कैंसर दूसरा कारण रहा है. दुर्भाग्य से, भारत जैसे विकासशील द...more
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Multi Speciality•Navi Mumbai
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Cervical cancer occurs when abnormal cells on the cervix grow out of control. The cervix is the lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina. Cervical Cancer is one of the most common ailments that women suffer from, making it only more important to be taken seriously and treated immediately.

Most cervical cancer is caused by a virus called human papillomavirus, or HPV. You can get HPV by having sexual contact with someone who has it. There are many types of the HPV virus. Not al...more
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IVF Specialist•Mohali
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Cervical cancer occurs when abnormal cells on the cervix grow out of control. The cervix is the lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina. Cervical Cancer is one of the most common ailments that women suffer from, making it only more important to be taken seriously and treated immediately.

Most cervical cancer is caused by a virus called human papillomavirus, or HPV. You can get HPV by having sexual contact with someone who has it. There are many types of the HPV virus. Not al...more
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Ayurveda•Lakhimpur Kheri
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महिलाओं को होने वाले कैंसरों में सर्वाइकल कैंसर प्रमुख है. ये कैंसर महिलाओं में योनि से गर्भाशय की ओर एक संकीर्ण खुलाव जिसे गर्भाशय ग्रीवा भी कहते हैं, में जन्म लेता है. महिलाओं में इसकी गंभीरता का अनुमान इसी से लगाया जा सकता है कि यह दुनियाभर की महिलाओं में होने वाला दूसरा सबसे आम प्रकार का कैंसर है. भारतीय महिलाओं में कैंसर से होने वाली मृत्यु में सर्वाइकल कैंसर दूसरा कारण रहा है. दुर्भाग्य से, भारत के परिप्रेक्ष्य में तो यह महिलाओं के लिए काफी गंभीर स्थिति पैदा करता है. इसमें सबसे ज्यादा चिंत...more
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MBBS Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor o...read more

Oncologist•Mumbai
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With the modernization of all economies around the world, one health hazard that has become one of the largest perils within both developed and developing nations is the incidence of cancers of the female reproductive system, especially cervical and breast cancer.

Breast cancer

Breast cancer is the formation of malignant tumors within the breast tissues of a woman. Usually, breast cancer affects women in the age range of 40 to 50, but there have been many reports of it occurrin...more
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General Physician•Chandigarh
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Cervical cancer is a kind of cancer that develops in the cervix of a woman. Cervix an area between the uterus and vagina. It is preventable if diagnosed in early stages. Going for regular Pap tests and taking an HPV vaccine can significantly lower the risk of cervical cancer. These symptoms include abnormal bleeding between menstrual periods, low back and lower abdominal pain, postcoital bleeding and strange smelling discharge. If not diagnosed in time, it can be life-threatening and requires in...more
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