Cervical Cancer - Symptoms
Abnormal cervical cell changes rarely cause symptoms. If cervical cell changes progress to cancer, symptoms may include:
- Abnormal vaginal bleeding or discharge that may have mucus and be tinged with blood.
- A significant unexplained change in your menstrual cycle.
- Bleeding when something comes in contact with the cervix, such as during sex or when you insert a diaphragm.
- Pain during sex.
The symptoms of advanced cervical cancer may include:
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- Anemia because of abnormal vaginal bleeding.
- Ongoing pelvic, leg, or back pain.
- Urinary problems because of blockage of a kidney or ureter.
- Leakage of urine or stool into the vagina. This can happen when an abnormal opening (fistula) has developed between the vagina and the bladder or rectum.
- Weight loss.
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February 22, 2011
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