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Headline : Mayo Clinic Q%26amp;amp;A: What to know about cervical cancer

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DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My mom had a pap smear recently, and the results came back as abnormal. After further testing, we were shocked when she was diagnosed with cervical cancer. She didn't have any symptoms. Now, her healthcare team is discussing surgery and medications. What should I know about her illness? As her daughter, should I be worried about myself? Most importantly, how I can support her during treatment?

ANSWER: I commend you for finding ways to support your mom through her cervical cancer diagnosis. Gathering reliable information about her illness and treatment is a great start.

Part of the reproductive system, the cervix connects the vagina to the uterus, also known as the womb. By collecting cervical cells (called the Pap smear after the scientist who pioneered the screening test in the mid-1900s), cancer can be detected even at an early stage.

While cervical cancer may cause symptoms of bleeding or pain, it often does not cause any symptoms, especially in early stages. That's why Pap smears typically are recommended every three years for women ages 21 to 65. For women who are 30 and up, Pap smears may be recommended every five years, combined with testing for HPV infection. Pelvic examination with assessment of the cervix and other gynecologic structures, such as the vagina, vulva, urethra, anus, uterus and ovaries, can be easily performed in years when a Pap smear is not due.

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