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Where does cervical cancer typically start?
Where does cervical cancer typically start?
- Vagina
- Upper part of the uterus
- Cells lining the cervix (correct)
- Body of the uterus
What is the main cause of cervical cancer?
What is the main cause of cervical cancer?
- Hormonal imbalance
- Poor diet
- Longlasting infection with HPV (correct)
- Genetic mutation
At what age is cervical cancer most common?
At what age is cervical cancer most common?
- Under 20
- Over 30 (correct)
- 20-29
- 50 and above
What is the connection between the cervix and the vagina?
What is the connection between the cervix and the vagina?
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What is a common characteristic of cervical cancer cells?
What is a common characteristic of cervical cancer cells?
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Study Notes
Cervical Cancer Overview
- Cervical cancer originates in the cells lining the cervix, the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina.
- Cancer develops when cells in the body begin to grow out of control.
Risk Factors
- All women are at risk for cervical cancer.
- Cervical cancer occurs most often in women over the age of 30.
Causes of Cervical Cancer
- Long-lasting infection with certain types of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is the main cause of cervical cancer.
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