Last Updated on January 9, 2023 by Shabnam Sengupta
Cervical cancer affects most Indian women. Approximately 365.71 million Indian women can develop cervical cancer in their lifetime. India contributes to nearly one-third of all cervical cancer deaths globally.
Cervical cancer is mostly caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). HPV is a sexually transmitted infection. So, cervical cancer is not hereditary and does not pass from mother or father to children. Practicing a healthy sexual routine can reduce the risk of cervical cancer.
Is there a possibility that cervical cancer develops in a year?
Not exactly. No evidence except one suggests that cervical cancer can develop in one year. Cancer.org website informs that usually it takes several years to develop cervical cancer, but it also can happen in less than a year.
How fast does cervical cancer progress?
MOFFIT.org website informs that cervical grows slowly. Also, its malignancy increases with time. It takes several years for the toxic cells to cause cervical cancer. It takes a long time for human papillomavirus (HPV) to cause cervical cancer.
Changes in the cervix can begin in the 20s or 30s, whereas diagnosis can occur in the 50s. This slow growth provides enough opportunities for early detection and treatment. Therefore, women need to undergo routine health checkups to detect abnormal changes as soon as possible. The Pap (Papanicolaou) Test helps doctors suspect a woman of cervical cancer. Besides routine health checkups, women should also know about abnormal symptoms that should make them visit a doctor immediately.
What are the symptoms of cervical cancer?
Cervical cancer often does not show any symptoms. However, some women may suffer from abnormal vaginal bleeding. The condition can also lead to an unusual discharge from the vagina, pain during sex, pain in the pelvic region or lower back, swelling of the legs, irregular urination or bowel movement, and blood in the urine.
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