Cervical, ovarian and three other types of gynaecological cancers that affect women; timely screening key for prevention
4 years, 3 months ago

Cervical, ovarian and three other types of gynaecological cancers that affect women; timely screening key for prevention

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Estimates suggest that every year in India, more than 1,22,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer and over 67,000 of these patients die There is a lack of awareness in the world when it comes to gynaecological cancers. Gynaecological cancers affect the reproductive organs in women and are five different types - cervical, vaginal, ovarian, uterine and vulvar. Multiple pregnancies, obesity, lower socioeconomic status, malnutrition, multiple sexual partners and being sexually active at an early age are some risk factors for cervical cancer. Ovarian cancer Ovarian cancer is the third most common gynaecological cancer in women and is responsible for most of the deaths that occur due to gynaecological cancers in the world.

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Understanding Cervical Cancer: Causes, Risks, and Prevention | Health Live
3 months ago

Understanding Cervical Cancer: Causes, Risks, and Prevention | Health Live

ABP News  

Cervical cancer occurs when abnormal cells in the cervix begin to grow uncontrollably. The primary cause of cervical cancer is persistent infection with certain strains of human papillomavirus, a sexually transmitted infection. While many HPV infections are cleared by the immune system without causing any problems, some high-risk strains can lead to changes in cervical cells over time. Other factors …

The five gynaecological symptoms you should never ignore
3 months, 2 weeks ago

The five gynaecological symptoms you should never ignore

The Independent  

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A shot in the arm
5 months ago

A shot in the arm

New Indian Express  

KOCHI: Recently, the Rajya Sabha witnessed a speech, one that deals with a pertinent issue — cervical cancer and a government supported vaccination programme to combat it. Every year approximately 6,00,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer, with 60-70 per cent succumbing to the disease. Stigma surrounding cervical cancer Though cervical cancer is prevalent and is curable if detected at …

A shot in the arm
5 months ago

A shot in the arm

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Philanthropist and author Sudha Murty’s maiden speech at Rajya Sabha, where she called for a government-supported vaccination program to combat cervical cancer, has thrown light on the critical need for cervical cancer prevention in India. Her speech has also raised curiosity among the general public on what cervical cancer is, why we should be concerned, and how vaccination helps …

What is Ovarian cancer? Know causes, signs, symptoms, treatment and precautions of the disease
6 months, 1 week ago

What is Ovarian cancer? Know causes, signs, symptoms, treatment and precautions of the disease

India TV News  

Ovarian cancer is a type of cancer that originates in the ovaries, the female reproductive organs responsible for producing eggs and hormones. Causes of Ovarian Cancer While the exact cause of ovarian cancer remains unclear, certain factors may increase a woman's risk of developing it. Precautions and Risk Reduction While not all cases of ovarian cancer can be prevented, certain …

Spotting ovarian cancer early: Symptoms women should not ignore
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Spotting ovarian cancer early: Symptoms women should not ignore

Hindustan Times  

Ovarian cancer starts in the ovaries, the female reproductive organ that produces eggs and this cancer is challenging to detect during its early stages, as symptoms may not be noticed until the disease has progressed into the advanced stage. Spotting ovarian cancer early: Symptoms women should not ignore In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Swati Gaikwad, Consultant Obstetrician and …

World Cancer Day 2024: 5 common cancers in women beyond cervical cancer
10 months, 2 weeks ago

World Cancer Day 2024: 5 common cancers in women beyond cervical cancer

Hindustan Times  

Women are susceptible to a range of cancers due to multiple factors from genetic predisposition, hormonal issues, reproductive history, to environmental exposures. Genetic mutations and family history apart from exposure to carcinogens can also contribute to the risk of cancer in women. Apart from cervical cancer, that has been in news for the past few days, breast, colorectal, lung, endometrial …

Women with mental illness are prone to developing cervical cancer: study reveals
1 year, 8 months ago

Women with mental illness are prone to developing cervical cancer: study reveals

India TV News  

According to a recent study published in The Lancet Public Health, women with a history of neuropsychiatric disability, mental illness, or substance abuse are at a higher risk of developing cervical cancer, as they are less likely to undergo gynaecological screening tests. According to the World Health Organization, almost all cases of cervical cancer are caused by infection with high-risk …

Fertility: Reproductive health tests that men, women should opt for without fail
1 year, 9 months ago

Fertility: Reproductive health tests that men, women should opt for without fail

Hindustan Times  

As men and women age, they will have to take utmost care of their reproductive health and it should not be neglected at all as many people encounter reproductive health issues such as pelvic inflammatory disease, prolapsed uterus, endometriosis, cervical cancer, sexually transmitted diseases, adenomyosis, Oligozoospermia, Asthenozoospermia, teratozoospermia, Oligoasthenoteratozoospermia or Azoospermia. Fertility: Reproductive health tests that men, women should opt …

Cervical Cancer: What are the symptoms and remedies
1 year, 10 months ago

Cervical Cancer: What are the symptoms and remedies

Firstpost  

The symptoms of cervical cancer can be subtle at first, and they may not appear until the cancer has progressed to an advanced stage. Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the world amongst women and is a type of cancer affecting the cervix, the lower part of the uterus opening into the vagina. Though this condition affects …

Cervical cancer symptoms and signs from Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust
1 year, 10 months ago

Cervical cancer symptoms and signs from Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust

The Independent  

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10 Facts You Need To Know About Human Papillomavirus Infection (HPV)
1 year, 11 months ago

10 Facts You Need To Know About Human Papillomavirus Infection (HPV)

News 18  

Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer of women in India, despite being largely preventable. India accounts for the highest number of cervical cancer cases as every year approximately 1.25 lakh women are diagnosed with cervical cancer, and over 75 thousand die from the disease in India. HPV 16 or 18 causes 83 percent of invasive cervical cancers and …

Ovarian cysts, Endometriosis & cervical cancer, gynecological problems that women should know about
2 years ago

Ovarian cysts, Endometriosis & cervical cancer, gynecological problems that women should know about

India TV News  

It was only recently that American model Hailey Biber was rumoured to be pregnant with her first child with Justin Biber. Here are some gynecological problems that women suffer from: Ovarian cysts They are quite common and often do not pose any problems. Endometriosis This is a painful condition that occurs when the inner lining of the uterus begins to …

Cervical cancer dramatically rising in women over 30; expert on top reasons
2 years ago

Cervical cancer dramatically rising in women over 30; expert on top reasons

Hindustan Times  

Cervical cancer cases among women in their eary 30s have dramatically increased in recent times, a study published in Journal of the American Medical Association said. Reasons why cervical cancer is on rise in women over 30 Dr Kapoor also opened up on reasons behind increases incidence of cervical cancer in women above 30. Multiple sex partners Dr Kapoor says …

Cervical cancer risk increases with smoking; know its symptoms and treatments
2 years, 1 month ago

Cervical cancer risk increases with smoking; know its symptoms and treatments

India TV News  

Cervical cancer is a health ailment that affects primarily the body of a woman. Research studies have claimed that all women are at risk for cervical cancer, but it occurs mostly in women over the age of 30. 3) Pelvic pain or pain during intercourse is also a sign of cervical cancer 4) Fatigue: Even after adequate sleep and rest, …

Ovarian cancer: Women should watch out for these warning signs
2 years, 9 months ago

Ovarian cancer: Women should watch out for these warning signs

Hindustan Times  

It is important to note that most female cancers like breast, ovarian and cervical cancer are usually detected at late stages and if a women is undergoing routine health check ups with her gynaecologist, these cancers can be detected at an early stage when they are fully curable. Obesity, sedentary lifestyle, intake of fatty food, diabetes, late marriages, less number …

Ovarian cancer: Common myths debunked by expert
2 years, 10 months ago

Ovarian cancer: Common myths debunked by expert

Hindustan Times  

Ovarian cancer though not a very common type of cancer can cause more deaths than any other female reproductive cancers such as cervical, uterine, vaginal, vulvar cancer, or the very rare fallopian tube cancer. Women aged 60 years and above, overweight women, ones who plan pregnancy after age 35 or have a family history of ovarian cancer are more at …

Cervical cancer: 6 lifestyle changes to prevent the disease
2 years, 11 months ago

Cervical cancer: 6 lifestyle changes to prevent the disease

Hindustan Times  

Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the cells of the cervix — the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. You can greatly reduce your risk of developing cervical cancer with regular screening tests and receiving a vaccine that protects against HPV infection. Women whose diets are low in fruits and vegetables are …

Ovarian cancer: Symptoms and risk factors every woman should be aware of
3 years, 3 months ago

Ovarian cancer: Symptoms and risk factors every woman should be aware of

Hindustan Times  

Ovarian cancer is called a “silent” killer as the early symptoms can be difficult to detect. Ovarian cancer is one of the less common gynecological malignancy in India with a projected risk of 1 in 133 females having ovarian cancer, and more than 40,000 new cases per annum. Ovarian cancer is one of the less common gynecological malignancy in India …

All you need to know about cervical health
3 years, 5 months ago

All you need to know about cervical health

Live Mint  

It is quite amazing how many patients I see are unfamiliar with their own resproductive and sexual organs. This routine screening for cervical health is important because the cervix can be infected with a very common virus called HPV or the Human Papilloma Virus. But certain strains of the virus cause cervical cancer and this viral infection is pretty much …

Cervical Cancer: What Women Must Know About Risks & Prevention
3 years, 11 months ago

Cervical Cancer: What Women Must Know About Risks & Prevention

The Quint  

It is one of the cancers which have a long latent period, which means that if somebody is infected with HPV, it takes about 10-15 years usually for the cancer to develop. The pap smear test along with HPV testing form the core foundation of how cervical cancer can be prevented. A woman should get a pap smear done from …

Gynecological Cancer Awareness Month: Early diagnosis afford patients better quality of life, disease management
4 years, 2 months ago

Gynecological Cancer Awareness Month: Early diagnosis afford patients better quality of life, disease management

Firstpost  

With advancements in science and technology, healthcare delivery of cancer has also evolved and there are screening measures in place for cancer diagnosis. This type of cancer is not easy to detect in its early stages due to its vague symptoms like bloating, abdominal pain, increased frequency or urgency of urination, fatigue, constipation, irregular menstrual cycle. Some of the symptoms …

I had ovarian cancer at 27. I’m worried women are not returning for screening and tests post-lockdown
4 years, 3 months ago

I had ovarian cancer at 27. I’m worried women are not returning for screening and tests post-lockdown

The Independent  

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