Cancer of the cervix begins in the cervix (the mouth of the uterus).

What causes cancer of the cervix? Human papilloma Virus (HPV) and infections which is sexually transmitted makes a woman suffer from cancer of the cervix.

What increases a woman’s danger of suffering from cancer of the cervix? Early sexual activity, multiple sexual partners, HIV/AIDS and smoking.

Why screen for cancer of the cervix? Screening identifies the precancerous stage which can be treated and cured to prevent it from becoming cancer. Visit www.uci.or.ug for more information about the subject.

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