1. Fight Cervical Cancer Through Prevention And Early Detection
Most common in women over the age of 30, cervical cancer affects the uterine cervix, a part of a
woman’s reproductive system.
Dr Malvika Sabharwal, Gynecologist, Nova Specialty Hospitals said, “Scientists are not
completely sure why cells become cancerous. Human papillomavirus (HPV), a sexually
transmitted virus is responsible for about 99% of all cervical cancers. There are over 100
different types of HPV, most of which are considered low-risk and do not cause cervical cancer.
High-risk HPV types may cause cervical cell abnormalities or cancer.”
“Being a silent killer, symptoms of cervical cancer isn’t always obvious and it may not cause any
symptoms at all until it has reached an advanced stage, where chances of survival are less and the
treatment is expensive. Regular screenings are essential to combat this cancer before its spreads”,
added Dr Malvika Sabharwal.
You can do two important things. Get vaccinated against HPV and reduce risk by regular
checkups.
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-Dr. Malvika Sabharwal
Gynecologist
Nova Specialty Hospitals