Cervical cancer
Cervical cancer occurs when cancerous cells form in the cervix. Although its cause is unknown, it is clear that the human papillomavirus (HPV) is a contributing factor. You may be able to reduce your risk for cervical cancer by regularly screening with Pap and HPV tests.
Cervical cancer care in Denver
If you have cervical cancer, we support your cancer journey with an experienced team of specialists.
Get an accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment plan at HCA HealthONE Physicians. We apply sophisticated technology and advanced cervical cancer expertise with the goal of helping you work toward recovery.
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Types of cervical cancer we treat
Recognizing that many cases of cervical cancer are highly treatable, our specialists take a targeted approach to address the main types of the disease:
- Adenocarcinoma
- Cervical tumors
- Small cell cancers
- Squamous cell carcinoma
Cervical cancer services we offer
Starting with a proper diagnosis, we provide cervical cancer services that include advanced treatments and a personalized care plan.
Cervical cancer prevention
Cervical cancer starts in the cells that line the cervix — the lower part of the uterus. Most other cervical cancers develop from gland cells.
When it comes to prevention, it helps to focus on those risk factors you can change or avoid rather than those you can't. You might be at risk for cervical cancer if you engage in any of the following behaviors or if any of these medical conditions apply to you:
- Early sexual activity
- Human papillomavirus (HPV)
- Immunosuppression caused by human papillomavirus (HIV)
- Give birth to more than one child
- Long history of birth control medication use
- Smoking
Symptoms of cervical cancer
It's important to see a doctor if you have any of the symptoms below, which in some cases can indicate cervical cancer:
- Bleeding after menopause
- Bleeding between periods
- Longer or heavier than usual periods
- Pain during sex
- Unusual bloody discharge between periods or after menopause
- Vaginal bleeding after sex
Cervical cancer diagnosis and treatment
The initial diagnosis of cervical cancer typically happens after a positive pap smear. Additional techniques like imaging and biopsies might be used later for purposes such as staging.
Cervical cancer is often treated with surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy. Depending on the type and stage of your cancer, you might need more than one type of treatment, possibly including:
- Chemotherapy
- Fertility sparing surgery
- Radiation therapy
- Robotic radical hysterectomy
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