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“A cure is still possible at that stage, but it’s a lot more complex. That cure will probably involve radiation or chemotherapy, and the outcomes are less certain,” she noted. Adding, “Screening tests are available to detect this cancer in either precancerous or early stages. This is because the symptoms of the early stage are either not there, or may be completely asymptomatic or the symptoms are nonspecific.”

Nonspecific symptoms mean that the symptom may occur because of many other things. But it is necessary that one gets checked. Some of these signs include irregular bleeding. “An untimely bout of vaginal bleeding that occurs regularly could be an indicator of cervical cancer. Such bleeding may happen between menstrual periods, after sexual intercourse, after menopause and even after a pelvic exam.

Along with abnormal bleeding, Dr Motlhabane refers to pelvic pain as “one of the biggies.” She says the pain could be diffused or it could show up in any area of your pelvis. It could also range from a sharp pain to a dull ache. Especially if the pain is new or doesn’t seem related to your menstrual cycle, you will want to let your doctor know about it.

A cloudy, foul-smelling discharge is also a potential red flag, she said. “The discharge could also be watery.”

Other subtle signs are changes in bladder and bowel movements. Peeing often or feeling like you always have to go are symptoms associated with the disease. If this symptom lasts more than a week one should see your doctor.

She also says unexplained weightloss should not be ignored. “As with other forms of cancer, unexplained

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