Cancer is one of the most deadly diseases in the world. How does this disease occur? First let us understand it in simple language.
Cancer occurs when cells grow abnormally. Normally the cells in our body grow in a controlled manner and after a time they self-destruct. New cells replace these dead cells. When cancer occurs, the controlling effect of the cells is lost. In such a situation, they increase manifold in an uncontrolled manner.
Depending on where the cancer has occurred and how much it has grown, it can be divided into four stages. The method of treatment is also decided according to the stage. The sooner the disease is detected, the greater are the chances of the patient’s recovery. The best option for this is regular screening. Today we will learn about this.
How can deaths due to cancer be reduced?
These figures may decline rapidly. Just get screening tests done from time to time. The biggest advantage of regular cancer screening is that cancers that are small and without any symptoms are detected in their early stages and treatment is also more successful.
For this, it is important to know which screening tests are to be done for which gender and at which age. For this we can also take help of some statistics. Doctors also advise accordingly.
For example, most of the patients of breast, oral and lung cancer are found in India. There is also a difference in the types of cancer occurring in men and women.
How to detect cervical cancer?
We can take help of these two tests for early detection of cervical cancer or to prevent it in time. For this, doctors collect cells from the lower part of the uterus i.e. the area around the cervix. The sample is then sent for testing.
hpv test
This test detects human papillomavirus, which causes changes in the cells of the cervix. If HPV does not go away on its own, it can cause cancer.
pap smear test
Through this test, cell changes occurring in the cervix are detected. If those changes are not treated on time, it can turni nto cervical cancer.