Select Language

6 expert tips to prevent cervical cancer that every woman should know!

Nobody can tell you how to safeguard yourself from this deadly disease, but these preventive measures can provide some resistance to the cancer

Written by Debjani Arora | Published : February 21, 2018 6:54 PM IST

1/7

Prevention For Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer is the fifth most common cancer in humans and the second most common cancer in women worldwide. In contrast to developed countries, cervical cancer is a public health problem in developing countries like India so much that, India alone accounts for one-quarter of the worldwide burden of cervical cancers which is approximately six to 29 percent of all cancers in women among the age of between 30 and 69 years. The most common cause of cervical cancer is an HPV infection and so experts recommend vaccination. However, certain lifestyle changes can also help to prevent cervical cancer, here Dr Rajni Gupta, Consultant Radiation Oncologist, Fortis Malar Hospital, Chennai, offers some tips

3/7

Practice Safe Sex

Practice safe sex: Since HPV is a sexually transmitted virus that could increase the risk of cervical cancer; it only makes sense to practice safe sex to limit the transmission of this virus. If a woman is not in a monogamous relationship ideally she should insist her sexual partner to wear a condom. This is necessary to limit the viral attack. Remember popping an emergency contraceptive to prevent an unwanted pregnancy will not offer protection against HPV transmission.

5/7

Eat Right

Eat right: Eat fruits, beans, whole grains and vegetables like cauliflower, broccoli each day. They can aid in the restoration of the cells infected with HPV. Also, cruciferous vegetables are known to help the body develop immunity and fight different kinds of cancer.

7/7

What Period Should You Do A Pap Smear Test?

Pap smears cannot be performed during periods.