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Cervical Cancer: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments

Although cervical cancer is the second most common type of cancer that afflicts women, getting regular pap smears is an effective way to catch it early. Some causes of cervical cancer include smoking, using birth control pills and having HPV. Once diagnosed, cervical cancer treatments include chemotherapy and possibly surgery.

Cervical Cancer Symptoms & Diagnosis
Some cases of cervical cancer have no symptoms, but others exhibit pain. Learn more about cervical cancer symptoms.

Cervical Cancer Causes
Along with genetic factors, lifestyle behaviors are common causes of cervical cancer. Read on for more on cervical cancer causes.

Treatment for Cervical Cancer
The earlier cervical cancer is diagnosed, the better treatments will work. Read on for more on cervical cancer treatments.

Explore our articles to learn more about cervical cancer.

• Overview
• Cervical Cancer Causes
• Symptoms
• The Pap Smear
• Cervical Cancer & STDs
• Cervical Cancer & HPV
• Cervical Cancer Vaccine
• Birth Control Pills
• Staging & Prognosis
• Treatments
• Cervical Cancer Support Groups
• Questions for Your Doctor
• Information for Caregivers
• Resources