If the cancer is confined to this area, that may be the only treatment required. However, if the cancer has spread, there may be additional surgery necessary to remove the organs where it has spread. There may also be chemotherapy or radiation treatments necessary if the cancer has spread. With stage I or II cancers, the overall prognosis for survival is very good. The prognosis of stage III or IV cancer is not as good, but many women do survive even this extreme stage of cancer.
Is there any way to prevent cervical cancer?
First, if you have one or more of the risk factors, such as smoking, you should stop. Next, many researchers believe that diet and exercise can help reduce the chances of getting cervical cancer. A diet rich in fruits...
can help as well. In addition, eating foods rich in folic acid, carotenoids, CoQ10, and fish oil can help prevent the disease, as well. Using condoms during intercourse is also a preventative.
Is there follow up treatment for cervical cancer?
Yes, there is follow up treatment. Even if the doctors think they got all the cancer, there could be undetected cancer cells somewhere else in the body, so follow up pap smears are still necessary. So are physical exams and chest x-rays. You should also tell your doctor if you have any unusual symptoms or feel any growths or lumps, or have changes in your sleeping, eating, or general health.
