8 truths and myths of cervical cancer

• April 27, 2024

1. Myth: Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is uncommon.

Reality: HPV is very common, in fact it is estimated that 80% of the women At some time in your life you will have an infection this virus .

2. Myth: The majority of women who have multiple sexual partners will have Cervical Uterine Cancer.

Reality: Having multiple sexual partners throughout a woman's life is a risk factor . However, women who have had only one partner may develop Cervical Uterine Cancer. No one can determine exactly why one woman can develop it and another can not. There are many factors.

3. Myth: If you you have HPV , you will develop Cervical Uterine Cancer.

Reality: Not necessarily Regardless of high-risk HPV infection, there are many other factors that play a role in the development of Cervical Uterine Cancer. Diagnostic tests such as the test Papanicolaou are vital to detect abnormal changes in the cervix caused by HPV. The cervical exam can detect changes long before they progress to Cancer. Colposcopy is another diagnostic test that is complementary to Papanicolaou.

4. Myth: Uterine Cervical Cancer it can not be prevented .

Reality: If it can be prevented. Cervical Cancer is preventable because it is possible to identify precursor cancer lesions through tests such as Papanicolaou . After vaccination against HPV, women should continue with their periodic reviews and undergo diagnostic tests and timely detection such as Pap and colposcopy, according to the age of each woman and the recommendations of her doctor. The HPV vaccine and the detection methods are complementary.

5. Myth: The condoms offer 100% protection against him HPV .

Reality: The condoms they do not offer protection 100% against HPV. HPV is transmitted through sexual contact, skin-to-skin contact with an infected person; Penetration is not necessary to contract the virus. When a condom is used, only the penis is protected. In the simple sexual romp other areas of the genitals are exposed and there may be transmission of the virus. It is very important to practice safe sex to prevent unwanted pregnancies and other sexually transmitted diseases.

6. Myth: Only at older women can give them Uterine Cervical Cancer.

Reality: No, also the Young women suffer from Uterine Cervical Cancer . The onset is the consequence of an oncogenic HPV infection that has been present for a long time. It must be borne in mind that this cancer does not exist without the presence of HPV and the contagion of it can occur from the first sexual intercourse.

7. Myth: The vaccine against HPV that causes Cervical Cancer is too expensive.

Reality: No. Currently in our country the vaccine is plus accessible .

8. Myth: If you have already had sex or HPV infection the vaccine already do not tea it serves .

Reality: No, the HPV vaccine if you offers protection even when you have already started your sex life and / or have had previous infections, since it will help you to prevent future infections. Undoubtedly, with age the immune system responds to a lesser extent, which is why it confers a different efficacy girl of 10 years to a Woman 35 years.
 

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