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Is there a shot to prevent ovarian cancer?
There is not currently a shot for preventing ovarian cancer. The FDA has been testing a shot for treatment or prevention of reoccurrence, but not for prevention. Perhaps you are thinking about the shot for preventing HPV and cervical cancer. That is Gardisil and Cervarix.
Can ovarIAN cancer be picked up with cerVICAL cancer?
Ovarian cancer and cervical cancer have nothing in common other than the fact that they occur in the female reproductive tract. Cervical cancer can be detected early with pap smears and other screening tests, and prevented with HPV vaccine. There are few, if any, screening tests for ovarian cancer. Only hormonal contraception has been shown to lower the risk of ovarian cancer.
Can human papilloma virus or hepatitis lead to cancer?
Both HPV and viral hepatitis can increase the risk of cancer. Luckily, there are vaccines available to lower the risk of HPV related cancer and hepatitis B-related cancer.
How is HPV related to cervical cancer?
Infection with the common human papillomavirus (HPV) is a cause of approximately 90% of all cervical cancers.
Can a vegan diet prevent the recurrence of ovarian cancer?
Studies show that a vegan diet can help reduce the risk of ovarian cancer. Click on the link below, under 'Related links'.
What is the difference between HPV and genital herpes and can both cause cancer?
HPV (human papillomavirus) causes all kinds of warts -- on your hands, feet, knees, and genitals. Some subtypes of HPV cause genital warts; a few high risk types can cause cancer, including cancer of the cervix, anus, penis, vulva, head, and neck. The types of HPV that cause warts are not the types that cause cancer. Genital Herpes is caused by a herpetic virus, is not related to warts, and is not linked to cancer like HPV is. However, having genital herpes AND HPV increases your risk of cancer from the HPV virus.
When was Clinical Ovarian Cancer created?
Clinical Ovarian Cancer was created in 2008.
How are pregnant woman treated when they have HPV?
There is no "treatment for HPV." A patient with genital warts may seek treatment. A patient with cancer related to HPV will need treatment. The presence of HPV alone does not require treatment in anyone, whether or not she is pregnant.
What virus is spread by men to women that cause cancer in women?
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a virus that can be spread from men to women and is associated with the development of cervical cancer in women. HPV is a group of related viruses, and certain high-risk types of HPV are known to be significant risk factors for cervical cancer. HPV is commonly transmitted through sexual contact, and it can infect the genital areas. Persistent infection with high-risk HPV types can lead to changes in cervical cells that may progress to cervical cancer over time. Regular screening, such as Pap smears and HPV testing, is crucial for the early detection and prevention of cervical cancer in women. HPV vaccination is also available and recommended for both males and females to help prevent HPV-related cancers.
Is HPV cancer?
No. Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) is a virus that has the potential to cause cancer and/or genital warts. Just because you have HPV does not mean you have or will have cancer, but we now it is the primary cause of several types of cancer.
When was Wisconsin Ovarian Cancer Alliance created?
Wisconsin Ovarian Cancer Alliance was created in 2001.
Why will cervical cancer continue to decline?
Cervical cancer will continue to decline with increased adoption of the HPV vaccine. In addition, more targeted screening for HPV-related cervical dysplasia is making it easier to identify high-risk women.
