Cervical cancer screening guidelines

What is Cervical Cancer Screening?

Cervical cancer is one of the most dangerous diseases for women, especially in countries with low screening rates.

Every year, hundreds of thousands of women around the world are diagnosed with this disease, and unfortunately, many cases are only detected when the cancer has progressed to a late stage. However, cervical cancer is one of the few cancers that can be prevented and detected early through screening methods.

Cervical cancer screening not only helps detect precancerous signs but also creates opportunities for timely intervention, helping patients avoid serious consequences for their health and life.

It is important that women understand cervical cancer screening, the methods of implementation, and the appropriate frequency to protect their health most effectively.

The importance of screening for cervical cancer

Cervical cancer screening plays an important role in protecting women's reproductive health. Studies show that if detected early, the five-year survival rate of cervical cancer patients can be up to 92%. Conversely, if detected late, this rate drops significantly.

Not only does screening help detect cancer early, it also helps identify precancerous lesions, allowing timely intervention to prevent the development of the disease. This helps women avoid complicated, expensive treatments that affect their quality of life.

In addition, compared to the cost of treating late-stage cancer, regular screening significantly saves medical costs. A simple Pap test or HPV test can help reduce the risk of disease, protecting women's long-term health.

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Cervical cancer screening methods – the key to protecting women's health

Currently, there are many different methods for screening for cervical cancer, each method has their strengths and match each different objects.

• Pap test (Pap smear)
  This is the most common method, used to detect abnormal cells in the cervix. The doctor will take a sample of cells from the cervix for examination under a microscope. If it detects pre-cancerous cells, the patient can be assigned to the early treatments to prevent the progression of cancer.
• HPV test
  Virus HPV (Human Papillomavirus) is the main cause of cervical cancer. The HPV test to help determine if patients are infected with the strains of HPV high-risk or not. Typically, this test can be performed singly or in combination with Pap smear to increase the effective screening.

• Colposcopy
  When the results of the Pap test or HPV signs are abnormal, the doctor can specify colposcopy. Here is a method using a dedicated device to magnify the image of the cervix to help detect more clearly the irregularities on the surface of the cervix.
• Cervical biopsy
  If in doubt there is serious injury, the doctor will conduct a biopsy – taking a piece of tissue from the cervix for examination under a microscope. This method is important to help diagnose the exact extent of the lesion or cancer.

Cervical cancer testing cost table

Cost of screening for cervical cancer has ranged from 100,000 to 1,000,000 VND, depending on the type of test to be performed.

Specifically, the Pap test has a price of about 200.000 – 500.000 VND, while the HPV test, with modern technology and in-depth cost from 650.000 – 1.200.000 VND. Some centers also can apply medical insurance for service, review this experience.

At the clinic, Dr Nguyen Giap, you will experience service test for cervical cancer with the cost of reasonable and outstanding quality. The test is done with precision, helping you peace of mind in the detection and treatment of disease in an effective way.

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Who should be screened and vaccinated for cervical cancer at what age?

Screening for cervical cancer plays an important role in the early detection and prevention of dangerous complications.

Objects should perform screening to periodically include:

• Women from 21 – 29 years old: Should a Pap test every 3 years for early detection of abnormal changes of cervical cells.
• Women from 30 – 65 years old: There are two options suitable screening:
  • Pap test alone every 3 years.
  • Combined Pap test and HPV test every 5 years to increase the effective screening.
• Women over the age of 65: can stop screening if the results are normal test within 10 years. However, if there is a history of precancerous lesions or persistent human papilloma virus infection, should continue to monitor as directed by your doctor.
• Women who have high risk: If there is a family history of cervical cancer, a weakened immune system (for example, people with HIV), or each HPV infection, need to make screening more frequently and according to separate instructions from your doctor.

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Process and note when screening

1. Preparation before test

To ensure test result accuracy, you need to note:

• No sex, no drug use, vaginal suppositories or other type of cleaning solution has antiseptic properties within 24 – 48 hours before testing.
• Do not douche, because can affect cell sample collected.
• The best time to perform the test is from day 10 to day 14 of the menstrual cycle, when there is no menstrual and uterine cervix in the most natural state.

2. Implementation process screening

Screening for cervical cancer usually takes place quickly and cause less discomfort.

The steps taken include:

• Step 1: the Doctor uses a speculum to open the lighter, pussy, help observe the cervix.
• Step 2: sampling cells from the cervix using a small stick or broom sweeper for professional use.
• Step 3: Sample cells are sent to a laboratory for analysis. ( This process only lasts about 5 – 10 minutes, virtually painless, can only create a feeling of slightly mild discomfort.)

3. After screening

• If normal results, you continue to monitor and implement screening on a recurring schedule.
• If the results are abnormal, your doctor can only do more testing depth, such as colposcopy or biopsy to determine the cause and have direction handled promptly.

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Conclusion

Cervical cancer screening is an important step in protecting women's health. Proactively performing regular tests helps with early detection and timely treatment, minimizing the risk of death from cervical cancer.

Don't wait until there are symptoms, be proactive health checks to have a safe life and more happiness.

References

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