{"id":13402,"date":"2025-01-22T13:38:19","date_gmt":"2025-01-22T13:38:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/?p=13402"},"modified":"2025-01-22T17:45:57","modified_gmt":"2025-01-22T17:45:57","slug":"5-things-to-know-about-cervical-cancer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/2025\/01\/22\/5-things-to-know-about-cervical-cancer\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Things to Know About Cervical Cancer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-13403 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2025\/01\/iStock-2188354886-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"5 Things to Know About Cervical Cancer\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2025\/01\/iStock-2188354886-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2025\/01\/iStock-2188354886-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2025\/01\/iStock-2188354886-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2025\/01\/iStock-2188354886-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2025\/01\/iStock-2188354886-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2025\/01\/iStock-2188354886-1200x800.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, and the American Cancer Society estimates that about 13,360 new cases of invasive cervical cancer will be diagnosed this year. The good news is that cervical cancer is one of the most preventable and treatable forms of cancer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/2025\/01\/22\/5-things-to-know-about-cervical-cancer\/#espanol\">Para leer en Espa\u00f1ol, por favor haga clic aqu\u00ed<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cervical cancer is most frequently diagnosed in women aged 35 to 44. It rarely affects women younger than 20, and more than 15% of cases occur in women over 65, particularly those who have not received regular screenings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With increased awareness and screening, cervical cancer is often preventable and highly treatable when detected early. Here are five key facts to know about cervical cancer.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>1.) HPV Is the Leading Cause<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the United States, with about 80% of people infected by age 50. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), more than 90% of cervical cancer cases are caused by high-risk types of HPV. There are two types of low-risk HPV that causes genital warts and high-risk types that can cause cervical cancer. HPV is mainly spread through intimate skin-to-skin contact, usually during sexual activity.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cFortunately, most women infected with HPV do not develop cervical cancer,\u201d says <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/doctors\/christina-chu-md\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Christina Chu, MD, FACOG<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, gynecologic oncologist at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/services\/md-anderson-cancer-center-cooper\">MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper<\/a>. \u201cHowever, persistent infections without intervention can lead to serious health issues.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>2.) Early Detection Saves Lives<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cervical cancer rates in the U.S. have dropped significantly due to routine Pap tests and HPV screenings. These tests can detect precancerous changes in cervical cells before cancer develops. These screenings not only identify early-stage cancers but also help manage any HPV-related complications.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The CDC recommends women begin Pap tests at age 21 and follow their doctor\u2019s advice on frequency.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>3.) Symptoms Often Go Unnoticed<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cervical cancer is sometimes called a &#8220;silent killer&#8221; because it can develop without noticeable symptoms. When symptoms do appear, they may include:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Abnormal vaginal bleeding (e.g., between periods, after sex, or after menopause).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Unusual vaginal discharge that may be watery, have a strong odor, or contain blood.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pelvic pain or pain during intercourse.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you experience any of these symptoms, it is important to see your doctor promptly. Early detection makes all the difference in treatment outcomes.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>4.) Prevention Through Vaccination<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The HPV vaccine offers powerful protection, preventing infection from high-risk HPV types that lead to cervical cancer as well as low-risk types that cause genital warts.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The CDC recommends vaccination for boys and girls starting at age 11 or 12, although it can be given as early as age 9. For maximum effectiveness, the vaccine should be administered before exposure to the virus through sexual activity.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201c<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Clinical trials<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> show nearly 100% effectiveness in preventing cervical cancer and genital warts caused by high- and low-risk HPV types when administered before infection occurs,\u201d Dr. Chu says. \u201cBy building immunity against HPV, the vaccine not only protects individuals but also contributes to reducing overall cervical cancer rates.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>5.) Treatment Options Are Highly Effective<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When cervical cancer is detected early, treatment outcomes are highly favorable. For precancerous changes, minimally invasive procedures such as cryotherapy or laser surgery can remove abnormal cells before they become cancerous.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cFor cervical cancer, treatment options depend on the stage and may include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, or targeted therapy,\u201d Dr. Chu says. \u201cOur multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to deliver personalized care for the best possible outcomes.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Don\u2019t Ignore the Warning Signs<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Regular screenings, vaccinations, and awareness of risk factors like smoking or a history of HPV infections are key to reducing your risk of cervical cancer.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you are due for a screening or have questions about the HPV vaccine, speak to your doctor or advanced <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">practice <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">provider. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">To make an appointment, call <\/span><a href=\"tel:8008266737\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">800.8.COOPER<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202f(<\/span><a href=\"tel:8008266737\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">800.826.6737<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">) <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">or\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/healthy-e?utm_source=healthgrades&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=Patient%20Email\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">click here<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> to schedule online.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a name=\"espanol\"><\/a><br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>5 cosas que debes saber sobre el c\u00e1ncer de cuello uterino<\/h2>\n<p>Enero es el Mes de Concientizaci\u00f3n sobre el C\u00e1ncer de Cuello Uterino y la Sociedad Estadounidense del C\u00e1ncer estima que este a\u00f1o se diagnosticar\u00e1n alrededor de 13.360 nuevos casos de c\u00e1ncer de cuello uterino invasivo. La buena noticia es que el c\u00e1ncer de cuello uterino es una de las formas de c\u00e1ncer m\u00e1s prevenibles y tratables.<\/p>\n<p>El c\u00e1ncer de cuello uterino se diagnostica con mayor frecuencia en mujeres de entre 35 y 44 a\u00f1os. Rara vez afecta a mujeres menores de 20 a\u00f1os y m\u00e1s del 15 % de los casos se dan en mujeres mayores de 65 a\u00f1os, en particular aquellas que no se han realizado ex\u00e1menes de detecci\u00f3n regulares.<\/p>\n<p>Con una mayor concienciaci\u00f3n y una atenci\u00f3n proactiva, el c\u00e1ncer de cuello uterino suele ser prevenible y muy tratable cuando se detecta a tiempo. A continuaci\u00f3n, se presentan cinco datos clave que debe conocer sobre el c\u00e1ncer de cuello uterino.<\/p>\n<p><strong>1.) El HPV es la principal causa<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>El virus del papiloma humano (HPV) es la infecci\u00f3n de transmisi\u00f3n sexual m\u00e1s com\u00fan en los Estados Unidos, y aproximadamente el 80 % de las personas infectadas antes de los 50 a\u00f1os de edad. Seg\u00fan los Centros para el Control y la Prevenci\u00f3n de Enfermedades (CDC), m\u00e1s del 90 % de los casos de c\u00e1ncer de cuello uterino son causados \u200b\u200bpor tipos de HPV de alto riesgo. El HPV tiene tipos de bajo riesgo que causan verrugas genitales y tipos de alto riesgo que pueden causar c\u00e1ncer de cuello uterino. Se transmite principalmente a trav\u00e9s del contacto \u00edntimo de piel con piel, generalmente durante la actividad sexual.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Afortunadamente, la mayor\u00eda de las mujeres infectadas con HPV no desarrollan c\u00e1ncer de cuello uterino&#8221;, dice <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/doctors\/christina-chu-md\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Christina Chu, MD, FACOG<\/span><\/a>, onc\u00f3loga ginecol\u00f3gica en el <span data-contrast=\"auto\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/services\/md-anderson-cancer-center-cooper\">MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper<\/a><\/span>. &#8220;Sin embargo, las infecciones persistentes sin intervenci\u00f3n pueden provocar problemas de salud graves&#8221;.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2.) La detecci\u00f3n temprana salva vidas<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Las tasas de c\u00e1ncer de cuello uterino en los U.S. han disminuido significativamente gracias a las pruebas de Papanicolaou de rutina y las pruebas de detecci\u00f3n del HPV. Estas pruebas pueden detectar cambios precancerosos en las c\u00e9lulas del cuello uterino antes de que se desarrolle el c\u00e1ncer. Estas pruebas no solo identifican c\u00e1nceres en etapa temprana, sino que tambi\u00e9n ayudan a controlar las complicaciones relacionadas con el HPV.<\/p>\n<p>Los CDC recomiendan que las mujeres comiencen a realizarse pruebas de Papanicolaou a los 21 a\u00f1os y sigan el consejo de su m\u00e9dico sobre la frecuencia.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3.) Los s\u00edntomas suelen pasar desapercibidos<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>El c\u00e1ncer de cuello uterino se denomina a veces &#8220;asesino silencioso&#8221; porque puede desarrollarse sin s\u00edntomas perceptibles. Cuando aparecen s\u00edntomas, pueden incluir:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Sangrado vaginal anormal (por ejemplo, entre per\u00edodos, despu\u00e9s de las relaciones sexuales o despu\u00e9s de la menopausia).<\/li>\n<li>Secreci\u00f3n vaginal inusual que puede ser acuosa, tener un olor fuerte o contener sangre.<\/li>\n<li>Dolor p\u00e9lvico o dolor durante las relaciones sexuales.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Si experimenta alguno de estos s\u00edntomas, es importante que consulte a su m\u00e9dico de inmediato. La detecci\u00f3n temprana marca la diferencia en los resultados del tratamiento.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4.) Prevenci\u00f3n mediante la vacunaci\u00f3n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>La vacuna contra el HPV ofrece una protecci\u00f3n potente, ya que previene la infecci\u00f3n por los tipos de HPV de alto riesgo que provocan c\u00e1ncer de cuello uterino, as\u00ed como los tipos de bajo riesgo que causan verrugas genitales.<\/p>\n<p>Los CDC recomiendan la vacunaci\u00f3n de ni\u00f1os y ni\u00f1as a partir de los 11 o 12 a\u00f1os, aunque se puede administrar a partir de los 9 a\u00f1os. Para lograr la m\u00e1xima eficacia, la vacuna debe administrarse antes de la exposici\u00f3n al virus a trav\u00e9s de la actividad sexual.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cLos ensayos cl\u00ednicos muestran una eficacia de casi el 100 % en la prevenci\u00f3n del c\u00e1ncer de cuello uterino y las verrugas genitales causadas por los tipos de VPH de alto y bajo riesgo cuando se administra antes de que se produzca la infecci\u00f3n\u201d, afirma el Dr. Chu. \u201cAl generar inmunidad contra el HPV, la vacuna no solo protege a las personas, sino que tambi\u00e9n contribuye a reducir las tasas generales de c\u00e1ncer de cuello uterino\u201d.<\/p>\n<p><strong>5.) Las opciones de tratamiento son muy eficaces<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Cuando el c\u00e1ncer de cuello uterino se detecta de forma temprana, los resultados del tratamiento son muy favorables. En el caso de los cambios precancerosos, los procedimientos m\u00ednimamente invasivos, como la crioterapia o la cirug\u00eda l\u00e1ser, pueden eliminar las c\u00e9lulas anormales antes de que se vuelvan cancerosas.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cEn el caso del c\u00e1ncer de cuello uterino, las opciones de tratamiento dependen del estadio y pueden incluir cirug\u00eda, quimioterapia, radioterapia, inmunoterapia o terapia dirigida\u201d, afirma el Dr. Chu. \u201cNuestro equipo multidisciplinario trabaja en colaboraci\u00f3n para brindar atenci\u00f3n personalizada y obtener los mejores resultados posibles\u201d.<\/p>\n<p><strong>No ignore las se\u00f1ales de advertencia<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Las pruebas de detecci\u00f3n peri\u00f3dicas, las vacunas y el conocimiento de los factores de riesgo, como el tabaquismo o los antecedentes de infecciones por VPH, son fundamentales para reducir el riesgo de c\u00e1ncer de cuello uterino.<\/p>\n<p>Si debe realizarse una prueba de detecci\u00f3n o tiene preguntas sobre la vacuna contra el VPH, hable con su m\u00e9dico o proveedor de atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica avanzada. 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