- Cervix Structure and Function
- The cervix is the lower narrow end of the uterus that connects the upper part of the uterus (womb) with the vagina (birth canal).
- What is Cervical Cancer?
- Cervical cancer develops when cells in the cervix begin to grow out of control and can then invade nearby tissues or spread throughout the body.
- Cervical cancer usually develops very slowly. It starts as a precancerous condition called dysplasia.
- Almost all cervical cancers are caused by Human Papilloma Virus(HPV).
- woman's sexual habits and patterns can increase her risk for cervical cancer
- Cervical Cancer Facts and Statistics – Worldwide:
- Cervical cancer is the 4th most common cancer in women and the 4th most common cause of death from cancer among women.
- In 2018, 569,847women were diagnosed with cervical cancer and 311,365 women dies from the disease.
- Cervical Cancer Facts and Statistics – Abu Dhabi 2016
- It is the 5th leading cancer in females.
- Cervical disease can be prevented, so there is an urgent need to increase rates of cervical cancer prevention and early detection.
- Risk Factors of Cervical Cancer:
- Young age at the first full-term pregnancy (younger than17 years(
- Multiple full-term pregnancies (3 or more )
- Using birth control pills for a long time (5 years or more)
- Immunosuppression. Having HIV (the virus that causes AIDS) or another condition that makes it hard for your body to fight off health problems
- Smoking
- Who are at risk of cervical cancer?
- All women are exposed to the risk ofdeveloping cervical cancer
- Over 70% of sexually active women will get HPV in their lifetime
- Cervical cancer is often diagnosed in young women
- Cervical Cancer Symptoms:
- The early stage of cancer usually has no symptoms.
- There is no way to self detect an infection.
- Other Late symptoms:
- Abnormal vaginal bleeding
- Persistent pelvic pain
- Continues vaginal discharge
- Pain during sexual intercourse
- Constant fatigue
- Heavier and longer menstrual cycle
- Cervical Cancer Prevention:
- Cervical Cancer can be prevented through
- HPV Vaccination to prevent the infection with the virus.
- Having regular screening with a Pap Test
- Awareness Materials:
- Flyer – Older Age
- Flyer – Younger Age
- Roll Up
- Infographic – Arabic
- Infographic – English
- Arabic Presentation
- English Presentation