Cervical Cancer
Cervical cancer develops in the cervix. Assessment of symptoms and appropriate screening help guide further care.
Symptoms that need review
Bleeding after sex, between periods or after menopause, or persistent unusual discharge should be assessed. These symptoms can have non-cancer causes, but should not be ignored.
Investigation
An examination, screening history and tests such as colposcopy or biopsy may be considered. A screening result alone does not establish a cancer diagnosis.
Specialist care
Treatment depends on the diagnosis and extent of disease and may involve surgery, radiotherapy or medicines. Confirm specialist referral and treatment arrangements with the hospital.
This information supports a discussion with your doctor. Suitability, availability and any specialist referral should be confirmed with the hospital. Individual care plans and outcomes vary.
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