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• #1 Cervical cancer | Causes, Symptoms & Treatments | Cancer Council

  https://www.cancer.org.au/cancer-information/types-of-cancer/cervical-cancer

  Almost all cases of cervical cancer are caused by persistent infection with some high-risk types of the human papillomavirus (HPV); this is the biggest risk factor for cervical cancer. […] If your screening test results suggest you have symptoms of cancer you will be referred to a specialist for further tests. […] The usual tests to diagnose cervical cancer are: Colposcopy with biopsy, Large loop excision of the transformation zone (LLETZ) or cone biopsy. […] After finding out you have cervical cancer, you may feel shocked, anxious, upset or confused. […] Treatment depends on disease stage. For early and non-bulky disease (less than 4cm), treatment is surgery, sometimes with chemoradiation therapy afterwards. […] For locally advanced disease, a combination of radiation therapy (radiotherapy) and chemotherapy (cisplatin) is used.

• #2 Cervical Cancer Prevention: The Role of the Nurse and Medical Care in Primary and Secondary Cancer Prevention

  https://www.imrpress.com/journal/CEOG/50/4/10.31083/j.ceog5004082/htm

  Cervical cancer is caused mainly by a chronic infection with one or more of the high-risk subtypes of HPV (human papillomavirus) —most commonly a sexually transmitted disease acquired early in life. […] The roles of both doctors and nurses are important here. […] Taking prophylactic and educational actions is especially important in the gynaecology of developmental aged children. […] It is worth pointing out that over the past years the progress in molecular biology and the possibility of precise diagnostics of HPV infection are in addition to cervical smears as the next element of prophylaxis of cervical cancer. […] Advanced molecular-genetic technologies allow us to interpret more precisely cervical images (especially these ambiguous images — so called ASC-US) and a precise evaluation: an infection with HPV, what type of virus caused the infection, if infection with an oncogenic type of HPV has a persistent character and is related to the risk of progression up to advanced pre-cancerous changes (CIN 2/3 or HSIL) and further cervical cancer.

• #3 Health and Economic Benefits of Cervical Cancer Interventions | National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP) | CDC

  https://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/priorities/cervical-cancer.html

  Cervical cancer screening reduces cases, deaths, and health care spending. […] To help prevent cervical cancer or catch it early, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends screening for cervical cancer every 3 years with a Pap test alone in women aged 21 to 29. Women aged 30 to 65 should be screened every 3 years with a Pap test alone, every 5 years with high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV) testing alone, or every 5 years with both tests (co-testing). […] Screening reduces diagnoses and deaths from cervical cancer. […] Cervical cancer screening can: […] REDUCE deaths. Cervical cancer is no longer a leading cause of cancer death in the United States. […] PREVENT or detect cancer sooner when it is easier to treat. More than 90% of women diagnosed at an early stage of cervical cancer live for 5 years or more, compared to 20% of those diagnosed with late-stage cervical cancer.

• #4 Prevent Cervical Cancer | Women’s Health | CDC

  https://www.cdc.gov/womens-health/features/prevent-cervical-cancer.html

  Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women worldwide and fourth in cancer-related deaths. […] All women are at risk for cervical cancer. […] When found early and managed effectively, cervical cancer is preventable, treatable, curable, and associated with long-term quality of life. […] Routine cancer screenings help prevent cervical cancer. […] The United States Preventive Services Task Force recommends that women receive appropriate cervical cancer screenings. […] Women aged 21-29 years should only receive a Pap test to screen for cervical cancer. […] Women aged 30-65 years have three available options for cervical cancer screening: Pap testing alone, HPV testing alone, and HPV and Pap testing together. […] HPV vaccination is safe and effective. […] CDC recommends HPV vaccination at age 11 or 12 years (or can start at age 9 years) and for everyone through age 26 years, if not vaccinated already.

• #5 Cervical Cancer (Nursing) – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK570551/

  Cervical cancer continues to be listed among the top gynecologic cancers worldwide. Cervical cancer intervention focuses on primary and secondary prevention. Primary prevention and screening is the best method to decrease the burden of cervical cancer and decrease mortality. […] Targeted education, screening, and intervention can reduce the burden of disease. […] In the United States, cervical cancer mortality is disproportionately higher for African American women. […] Since 2006, HPV vaccinations have been available to prevent cervical cancer. Vaccination can improve cancer death rates in underdeveloped countries where resources may not be available for routine screening and in populations with higher mortality rates. […] People with cervical cancer may experience physical, emotional, and spiritual symptoms. Cancer treatments such as radiation and chemotherapy may cause side effects, including nausea, vomiting, pain, dysuria, diarrhea, fatigue, neutropenia, and more.

• #6 Cancer Nursing Care Management and Study Guide for Nurses

  https://nurseslabs.com/cancer/

  Get to learn about the nursing care management for patients with cancer in this study guide. […] Nurses play an important role in assessing and managing many of the problems experienced by patients undergoing chemotherapy. […] Nursing care of patients undergoing BMT is complex and demands a high level of skill. […] Nurses in the outpatient settings often have the responsibilities for patient teaching and for coordinating care in the home. […] The outlook for patients with cancer has greatly improved because of scientific and technologic advances. […] Nurses provide information about hair loss and support the patient and family in coping with changes in body image. […] The nurse assesses the patient for the source and site of pain as well as those factors that increase the patients perception of pain.

• #7 Nursing care plans for Cervical Cancer ~ Lifenurses

  http://www.lifenurses.com/2010/06/nursing-care-plans-for-cervical-cancer.html

  Nursing care plans for Cervical Cancer […] Cervical cancer is the third most common cancer of the female reproductive system. […] Invasive cervical cancer is the third most common female pelvic cancer. […] The death rate from cervical cancer has steadily declined over the past 50 years owing to the increased use of the Papanicolaou exam, which detects cervical changes before cancer develops. […] Preinvasive cancer is curable in 75% to 90% of patients with early detection and proper treatment. […] Both dysplasia and CIS are considered preinvasive cancers and, with early detection, have a 5-year survival rate of 73% to 92%. […] Nursing Assessment Patients history, early cervical cancer usually asymptomatic, establishes a thorough history with particular attention to the presence of the risk factors and the womans menstrual history.

• #8 Cervical Cancer (Nursing) – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK570551/

  Examples of Nursing Diagnoses that may be utilized for people with cervical cancer include, but are not limited to: Acute pain, Impaired urinary elimination, Diarrhea, Anxiety, Fear, Spiritual distress, Risk for infection, Risk for impaired skin integrity, Risk for deficient fluid volume. […] Nurses play an essential role in symptom management and care coordination during a person’s journey through cancer diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship.

• #9 Cervical Cancer Nursing Diagnosis & Care Plan – NurseStudy.Net

  https://nursestudy.net/cervical-cancer-nursing-diagnosis/

  Nursing Diagnosis Statement: Acute Pain related to disease process and treatment effects secondary to cervical cancer as evidenced by verbal reports of pain rated 7/10 and guarding behavior. […] Nursing Diagnosis Statement: Risk for Infection related to immunosuppression secondary to chemotherapy and radiation therapy. […] Nursing Diagnosis Statement: Impaired Skin Integrity related to radiation therapy effects secondary to cervical cancer treatment as evidenced by radiation dermatitis. […] Nursing Diagnosis Statement: Anxiety related to diagnosis and treatment process secondary to cervical cancer as evidenced by expressed fears and increased tension. […] Nursing Diagnosis Statement: Fatigue related to the disease process and treatment effects secondary to cervical cancer as evidenced by verbalized exhaustion and decreased activity tolerance.

• #10 Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Cervical Cancer | Free NURSING.com Courses

  https://nursing.com/lesson/nursing-care-plan-ncp-for-cervical-cancer

  Assess emotional and psychological responses to the diagnosis and treatment. […] Acute Pain related to tumor growth or metastasis. […] Altered Sexual Function related to disease process and treatment side effects. […] Risk for Infection related to abnormal cervical changes or surgical treatment. […] Anxiety related to cancer diagnosis and treatment uncertainties. […] Administer prescribed analgesics and implement non-pharmacological pain relief methods. […] Effective pain control improves patient comfort and quality of life. […] Provide psychological support and counseling referrals as necessary. […] Helps patients cope with the stress and uncertainty of cancer. […] Monitor for signs of infection and implement protective measures. […] Patients are at increased risk for infections due to compromised cervical tissue and treatment effects.

• #11 Nursing care plans for Cervical Cancer ~ Lifenurses

  http://www.lifenurses.com/2010/06/nursing-care-plans-for-cervical-cancer.html

  The patient history includes abnormal vaginal bleeding, such as a persistent vaginal discharge that may be yellowish, blood-tinged, and foul-smelling; postcoital pain and bleeding; and bleeding between menstrual periods or unusually heavy menstrual periods. […] Common nursing diagnosis found in nursing care plans for Cervical Cancer: Pain (acute) related to postprocedure swelling and nerve damage, Anxiety, Fear, Impaired physical mobility, Impaired skin integrity, Ineffective coping, Ineffective sexuality patterns, Risk for infection Sexual dysfunction. […] Nursing Key outcomes Pain control; Pain: Disruptive effects; Well-being, after nursing interventions patient will Report feeling less pain. […] Nursing interventions nursing care plans for Cervical Cancer Analgesic administration; Pain management; Meditation; Transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation (TENS); Hypnosis; Heat/cold application.

• #12 Nursing care plans for Cervical Cancer ~ Lifenurses

  http://www.lifenurses.com/2010/06/nursing-care-plans-for-cervical-cancer.html

  The patient history includes abnormal vaginal bleeding, such as a persistent vaginal discharge that may be yellowish, blood-tinged, and foul-smelling; postcoital pain and bleeding; and bleeding between menstrual periods or unusually heavy menstrual periods. […] Common nursing diagnosis found in nursing care plans for Cervical Cancer: Pain (acute) related to postprocedure swelling and nerve damage, Anxiety, Fear, Impaired physical mobility, Impaired skin integrity, Ineffective coping, Ineffective sexuality patterns, Risk for infection Sexual dysfunction. […] Nursing Key outcomes Pain control; Pain: Disruptive effects; Well-being, after nursing interventions patient will Report feeling less pain. […] Nursing interventions nursing care plans for Cervical Cancer Analgesic administration; Pain management; Meditation; Transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation (TENS); Hypnosis; Heat/cold application.

• #13 Cervical Cancer Nursing Diagnosis & Care Plan – NurseStudy.Net

  https://nursestudy.net/cervical-cancer-nursing-diagnosis/

  Cervical cancer nursing diagnosis focuses on the comprehensive care and management of patients diagnosed with cervical cancer, one of the most common gynecological cancers affecting women worldwide. This nursing diagnosis requires a thorough understanding of both the physical and psychological aspects of care, as patients often face complex challenges throughout their treatment journey. […] The following are common nursing care planning goals and expected outcomes for cervical cancer patients: The patient will maintain the optimal comfort level, The patient will demonstrate an understanding of the disease process, The patient will show improved nutritional status, The patient will maintain adequate hydration, The patient will demonstrate proper self-care techniques, The patient will report reduced anxiety levels, The patient will maintain skin integrity, The patient will show improved coping mechanisms.

• #14

  https://care24.co.in/nursing/cervical-cancer/

  Our nurses have experience in providing a wide range of cervical cancer care services, which includes: […] Nursing care for cervical cancer is based on different factors that include the stage of cancer, side effects, overall health, and the preferences of the patient. […] The nursing care plan for cervical cancer patients of both types of cancers is the same. […] The nursing care plan for cervical cancer of this type is completely different compared to other forms of cervical cancers. […] The key factors of recovery are healthy diet and nutrition. This is where Care24 plays a vital role through its professionals dedicated to the field of nursing and care. They can intervene and handle almost any and every situation at all stages of cervical cancer.

• #15 Palliative care – Comprehensive Cervical Cancer Control – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK269626/

  Pain is one of the most common symptoms in advanced cancer. […] The vast majority of women with cervical cancer will most likely suffer from moderate to severe pain. […] Opioid analgesics are often essential for pain treatment. […] The availability of strong pain medicines, including opioids, varies considerably from country to country. […] Oral morphine is effective as the first-line treatment of persisting moderate to severe pain in women with cervical cancer.

• #16 Nursing care plans for Cervical Cancer ~ Lifenurses

  http://www.lifenurses.com/2010/06/nursing-care-plans-for-cervical-cancer.html

  The patient history includes abnormal vaginal bleeding, such as a persistent vaginal discharge that may be yellowish, blood-tinged, and foul-smelling; postcoital pain and bleeding; and bleeding between menstrual periods or unusually heavy menstrual periods. […] Common nursing diagnosis found in nursing care plans for Cervical Cancer: Pain (acute) related to postprocedure swelling and nerve damage, Anxiety, Fear, Impaired physical mobility, Impaired skin integrity, Ineffective coping, Ineffective sexuality patterns, Risk for infection Sexual dysfunction. […] Nursing Key outcomes Pain control; Pain: Disruptive effects; Well-being, after nursing interventions patient will Report feeling less pain. […] Nursing interventions nursing care plans for Cervical Cancer Analgesic administration; Pain management; Meditation; Transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation (TENS); Hypnosis; Heat/cold application.

• #17 Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Cervical Cancer | Free NURSING.com Courses

  https://nursing.com/lesson/nursing-care-plan-ncp-for-cervical-cancer

  Assess emotional and psychological responses to the diagnosis and treatment. […] Acute Pain related to tumor growth or metastasis. […] Altered Sexual Function related to disease process and treatment side effects. […] Risk for Infection related to abnormal cervical changes or surgical treatment. […] Anxiety related to cancer diagnosis and treatment uncertainties. […] Administer prescribed analgesics and implement non-pharmacological pain relief methods. […] Effective pain control improves patient comfort and quality of life. […] Provide psychological support and counseling referrals as necessary. […] Helps patients cope with the stress and uncertainty of cancer. […] Monitor for signs of infection and implement protective measures. […] Patients are at increased risk for infections due to compromised cervical tissue and treatment effects.

• #18 Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Cervical Cancer | Free NURSING.com Courses

  https://nursing.com/lesson/nursing-care-plan-ncp-for-cervical-cancer

  Assess emotional and psychological responses to the diagnosis and treatment. […] Acute Pain related to tumor growth or metastasis. […] Altered Sexual Function related to disease process and treatment side effects. […] Risk for Infection related to abnormal cervical changes or surgical treatment. […] Anxiety related to cancer diagnosis and treatment uncertainties. […] Administer prescribed analgesics and implement non-pharmacological pain relief methods. […] Effective pain control improves patient comfort and quality of life. […] Provide psychological support and counseling referrals as necessary. […] Helps patients cope with the stress and uncertainty of cancer. […] Monitor for signs of infection and implement protective measures. […] Patients are at increased risk for infections due to compromised cervical tissue and treatment effects.

• #19 Cancer Nursing Care Management and Study Guide for Nurses

  https://nurseslabs.com/cancer/

  The nurse identifies potential threats to the patients body image experience, and the nurse assesses the patients ability to cope with the many assaults to the body image experienced throughout the course of the disease and treatment. […] The nurse monitors laboratory studies to detect any early changes in WBC counts. […] Nurses should teach women 20 years of age and above on how to perform BSE. […] The screening test for cervical cancer is Pap Smear.

• #20 Nursing care plans for Cervical Cancer ~ Lifenurses

  http://www.lifenurses.com/2010/06/nursing-care-plans-for-cervical-cancer.html

  If you assist with a biopsy, drape and prepare the patient as for a routine Pap test and pelvic examination. […] After any surgery, monitor vital signs every 4 hours. […] Be sure the patient and family understand any pain medication prescribed, including dosage, route, action, and side effects. […] Stress the need for a follow-up Pap test and a pelvic examination in 3 to 4 months and periodically thereafter.

• #21 Living With Cervical Cancer? Here’s How Palliative Care Can Help

  https://getpalliativecare.org/living-with-cervical-cancer-heres-how-palliative-care-can-help/

  A cervical cancer diagnosis can bring strong emotions like guilt, regret, worry, or loneliness. Regardless of how you feel, it’s important to remember that you’re not alone. Palliative care can help by providing a safe space to talk about your feelings, connecting you with mental health professionals for counseling or support groups, and even offering resources to caregivers who may be feeling stressed or overwhelmed. […] Palliative care can help you understand and manage all the parts of your care by communicating with your doctors and even coordinating care. […] You can receive palliative care at any stage of cervical cancer, whether you’ve just been diagnosed, are starting treatment, or are dealing with long-term side effects. The goal is to help you feel comfortable and supported with a care plan made just for you. […] If you or a loved one are living with cervical cancer, make sure to ask your doctor for a palliative care referral.

• #22 Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Cervical Cancer | Free NURSING.com Courses

  https://nursing.com/lesson/nursing-care-plan-ncp-for-cervical-cancer

  Assess emotional and psychological responses to the diagnosis and treatment. […] Acute Pain related to tumor growth or metastasis. […] Altered Sexual Function related to disease process and treatment side effects. […] Risk for Infection related to abnormal cervical changes or surgical treatment. […] Anxiety related to cancer diagnosis and treatment uncertainties. […] Administer prescribed analgesics and implement non-pharmacological pain relief methods. […] Effective pain control improves patient comfort and quality of life. […] Provide psychological support and counseling referrals as necessary. […] Helps patients cope with the stress and uncertainty of cancer. […] Monitor for signs of infection and implement protective measures. […] Patients are at increased risk for infections due to compromised cervical tissue and treatment effects.

• #23 Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Cervical Cancer | Free NURSING.com Courses

  https://nursing.com/lesson/nursing-care-plan-ncp-for-cervical-cancer

  Address concerns about sexual function and fertility, providing appropriate referrals. […] Supports sexual health and addresses reproductive concerns, which are important aspects of life quality. […] Educate the patient and family about cervical cancer, HPV prevention, and the importance of regular screenings. […] Enhances understanding and encourages proactive management of health. […] Routinely evaluate pain levels and the effectiveness of pain management strategies. […] Assess the patients adjustment to changes in sexual function and comfort with sexual health counseling. […] Monitor for signs of infection and effectiveness of preventative strategies. […] Evaluate their comprehension of the condition, treatment plan, and coping strategies. […] This care plan aims to provide a holistic approach to managing cervical cancer, focusing on symptom relief, maintaining sexual and reproductive health, preventing complications, and providing emotional and educational support. Personalizing care based on individual patient needs is crucial for effective management and improved quality of life.

• #24 Cervical Cancer (Nursing) – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK570551/

  Examples of Nursing Diagnoses that may be utilized for people with cervical cancer include, but are not limited to: Acute pain, Impaired urinary elimination, Diarrhea, Anxiety, Fear, Spiritual distress, Risk for infection, Risk for impaired skin integrity, Risk for deficient fluid volume. […] Nurses play an essential role in symptom management and care coordination during a person’s journey through cancer diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship.

• #25 Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Cervical Cancer | Free NURSING.com Courses

  https://nursing.com/lesson/nursing-care-plan-ncp-for-cervical-cancer

  To guide nursing professionals in effectively managing patients with cervical cancer. This plan focuses on understanding the diseases pathophysiology, recognizing its symptoms, and implementing comprehensive nursing interventions for symptom management, complication prevention, and emotional support. […] Effective management of symptoms such as vaginal bleeding, pelvic pain, and discomfort. […] Prevention or management of treatment-related complications. […] Maintenance of sexual and reproductive health, as applicable. […] Patient and family understanding of the disease process, treatment options, and lifestyle adaptations. […] Monitor for vaginal bleeding, discharge, and any signs of infection. […] Evaluate the location, intensity, and nature of pelvic pain. […] Monitor for signs of weight loss or malnutrition.

• #26 Symptom Management and Nursing Care in Palliative Care of Cervical Cancer Patients [J Educ Res Nurs]

  https://jer-nursing.org/jvi.aspx?un=JERN-36097&volume=19&issue=2

  Cervical cancer is a preventable and treatable gynecological cancer, which ranks fourth among cancers seen in women worldwide and tenth in our country, and can usually be detected in advanced stages of the disease. […] Palliative care in cervical cancer is provided by a multidisciplinary team, and the nurse is a significant member of this team. A nurse fulfills several roles and responsibilities including symptom management in palliative care of cervical cancers, fulfillment of a honorable death, and supporting the family during the mourning period. Thus, in this compilation, nursing practices related to symptom management in palliative care of cervical cancer patients and the end-of-life period will be discussed.

• #27 Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Cervical Cancer | Free NURSING.com Courses

  https://nursing.com/lesson/nursing-care-plan-ncp-for-cervical-cancer

  Address concerns about sexual function and fertility, providing appropriate referrals. […] Supports sexual health and addresses reproductive concerns, which are important aspects of life quality. […] Educate the patient and family about cervical cancer, HPV prevention, and the importance of regular screenings. […] Enhances understanding and encourages proactive management of health. […] Routinely evaluate pain levels and the effectiveness of pain management strategies. […] Assess the patients adjustment to changes in sexual function and comfort with sexual health counseling. […] Monitor for signs of infection and effectiveness of preventative strategies. […] Evaluate their comprehension of the condition, treatment plan, and coping strategies. […] This care plan aims to provide a holistic approach to managing cervical cancer, focusing on symptom relief, maintaining sexual and reproductive health, preventing complications, and providing emotional and educational support. Personalizing care based on individual patient needs is crucial for effective management and improved quality of life.

• #28 Cervical Cancer: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/12216-cervical-cancer

  Cervical cancer is cancer of the cells in your cervix. HPV infections cause most cervical cancers. Getting Pap tests and practicing safe sex are the most important steps you can take to help prevent cervical cancer. Surgery, radiation and chemotherapy are the main treatments. […] A healthcare provider can treat it with surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy and other cancer medications. […] Treatment for cervical cancer is based on many factors, including the stage of the disease, your age and general health, and if you want children in the future. […] The treatments for cervical cancer are radiation, chemotherapy, surgery, targeted therapy and immunotherapy. […] Some people may have a combination of treatments. Your provider may use radiation or chemotherapy to treat cancer that has spread or come back (recurred). Sometimes, your provider will use radiation and chemotherapy before or after surgery. […] Receiving regular gynecological exams and getting Pap tests are the most important steps to take toward preventing cervical cancer. […] It’s easy to put off Pap tests and other gynecological exams. But these tests are critical in detecting cervical cancer early, when it’s most treatable.

• #29 Living With Cervical Cancer? Here’s How Palliative Care Can Help

  https://getpalliativecare.org/living-with-cervical-cancer-heres-how-palliative-care-can-help/

  A cervical cancer diagnosis can bring strong emotions like guilt, regret, worry, or loneliness. Regardless of how you feel, it’s important to remember that you’re not alone. Palliative care can help by providing a safe space to talk about your feelings, connecting you with mental health professionals for counseling or support groups, and even offering resources to caregivers who may be feeling stressed or overwhelmed. […] Palliative care can help you understand and manage all the parts of your care by communicating with your doctors and even coordinating care. […] You can receive palliative care at any stage of cervical cancer, whether you’ve just been diagnosed, are starting treatment, or are dealing with long-term side effects. The goal is to help you feel comfortable and supported with a care plan made just for you. […] If you or a loved one are living with cervical cancer, make sure to ask your doctor for a palliative care referral.

• #30 Cervical Cancer Treatment Program

  https://www.massgeneral.org/cancer-center/treatments-and-services/gynecologic-cancers/cervical-cancer

  The Center for Gynecologic Oncology provides compassionate care for patients with cervical cancer. […] Help our team at the Center for Gynecologic Oncology offer personalized and comprehensive care to women facing gynecologic cancers. […] Our gynecologic cancer pathologists are internationally recognized and consulted on the diagnosis of cervical cancer. […] Oncologists and specially trained nurses provide personal attention and advice on coping with side effects. Acupuncture is available to help manage side effects. […] Your personalized treatment plan will be developed by experts from an array of gynecologic cancer specialties. […] Oncology nurses and nurse practitioners who specialize in cancer care. […] Our specialized radiation teams offer a full spectrum of radiation treatments for cervical cancer including some approaches available at just a few other hospitals in the U.S.

• #31 Palliative care – Comprehensive Cervical Cancer Control – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK269626/

  Palliative care is an essential element of cervical cancer control. […] Palliative care improves the quality of life of patients and their families facing the problems associated with life-threatening illness. […] Palliative care consists of the prevention and relief of suffering by means of early identification and assessment and treatment of pain and other forms of physical, psychosocial and spiritual suffering. […] Palliative care can help people with advanced disease to have dignity and peace during difficult and final phases of life. […] Palliative care is best provided using a multidisciplinary team approach involving the patient, her family and close support persons, community health workers and special palliative care workers in the community, as well as health-care providers at all levels of facilities.

• #32 Palliative care – Comprehensive Cervical Cancer Control – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK269626/

  Palliative care is an essential element of cervical cancer control. […] Palliative care improves the quality of life of patients and their families facing the problems associated with life-threatening illness. […] Palliative care consists of the prevention and relief of suffering by means of early identification and assessment and treatment of pain and other forms of physical, psychosocial and spiritual suffering. […] Palliative care can help people with advanced disease to have dignity and peace during difficult and final phases of life. […] Palliative care is best provided using a multidisciplinary team approach involving the patient, her family and close support persons, community health workers and special palliative care workers in the community, as well as health-care providers at all levels of facilities.

• #33 Palliative care – Comprehensive Cervical Cancer Control – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK269626/

  Quality of palliative care very much depends on adequate training and supervision for health care providers and, if possible, for community-based caregivers. […] Access to all necessary medicines, equipment and supplies is critical for symptom management, both at the health-care facility and in the patient’s home. […] Palliative care for patients with long-lasting incurable diseases, including advanced cervical cancer, offers medical, emotional, social and spiritual support. […] The palliative care team includes health professionals such as physicians and nurses, community health workers, and many family caregivers. […] Palliative care aims to improve the quality of life of patients and their families facing problems associated with life-threatening illnesses and conditions. […] Palliative care is not only end-of-life care, but also includes interventions applied throughout the disease trajectory to manage all distressing symptoms, including pain, as well as helping to address the emotional and spiritual needs of patients and their families.

• #34 Palliative care – Comprehensive Cervical Cancer Control – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK269626/

  Quality of palliative care very much depends on adequate training and supervision for health care providers and, if possible, for community-based caregivers. […] Access to all necessary medicines, equipment and supplies is critical for symptom management, both at the health-care facility and in the patient’s home. […] Palliative care for patients with long-lasting incurable diseases, including advanced cervical cancer, offers medical, emotional, social and spiritual support. […] The palliative care team includes health professionals such as physicians and nurses, community health workers, and many family caregivers. […] Palliative care aims to improve the quality of life of patients and their families facing problems associated with life-threatening illnesses and conditions. […] Palliative care is not only end-of-life care, but also includes interventions applied throughout the disease trajectory to manage all distressing symptoms, including pain, as well as helping to address the emotional and spiritual needs of patients and their families.

• #35 Symptom Management and Nursing Care in Palliative Care of Cervical Cancer Patients [J Educ Res Nurs]

  https://jer-nursing.org/jvi.aspx?un=JERN-36097&volume=19&issue=2

  Cervical cancer is a preventable and treatable gynecological cancer, which ranks fourth among cancers seen in women worldwide and tenth in our country, and can usually be detected in advanced stages of the disease. […] Palliative care in cervical cancer is provided by a multidisciplinary team, and the nurse is a significant member of this team. A nurse fulfills several roles and responsibilities including symptom management in palliative care of cervical cancers, fulfillment of a honorable death, and supporting the family during the mourning period. Thus, in this compilation, nursing practices related to symptom management in palliative care of cervical cancer patients and the end-of-life period will be discussed.

• #36 Palliative care – Comprehensive Cervical Cancer Control – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK269626/

  Quality of palliative care very much depends on adequate training and supervision for health care providers and, if possible, for community-based caregivers. […] Access to all necessary medicines, equipment and supplies is critical for symptom management, both at the health-care facility and in the patient’s home. […] Palliative care for patients with long-lasting incurable diseases, including advanced cervical cancer, offers medical, emotional, social and spiritual support. […] The palliative care team includes health professionals such as physicians and nurses, community health workers, and many family caregivers. […] Palliative care aims to improve the quality of life of patients and their families facing problems associated with life-threatening illnesses and conditions. […] Palliative care is not only end-of-life care, but also includes interventions applied throughout the disease trajectory to manage all distressing symptoms, including pain, as well as helping to address the emotional and spiritual needs of patients and their families.

• #37 Palliative care – Comprehensive Cervical Cancer Control – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK269626/

  Quality of palliative care very much depends on adequate training and supervision for health care providers and, if possible, for community-based caregivers. […] Access to all necessary medicines, equipment and supplies is critical for symptom management, both at the health-care facility and in the patient’s home. […] Palliative care for patients with long-lasting incurable diseases, including advanced cervical cancer, offers medical, emotional, social and spiritual support. […] The palliative care team includes health professionals such as physicians and nurses, community health workers, and many family caregivers. […] Palliative care aims to improve the quality of life of patients and their families facing problems associated with life-threatening illnesses and conditions. […] Palliative care is not only end-of-life care, but also includes interventions applied throughout the disease trajectory to manage all distressing symptoms, including pain, as well as helping to address the emotional and spiritual needs of patients and their families.

• #38 Palliative care – Comprehensive Cervical Cancer Control – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK269626/

  Pain is one of the most common symptoms in advanced cancer. […] The vast majority of women with cervical cancer will most likely suffer from moderate to severe pain. […] Opioid analgesics are often essential for pain treatment. […] The availability of strong pain medicines, including opioids, varies considerably from country to country. […] Oral morphine is effective as the first-line treatment of persisting moderate to severe pain in women with cervical cancer.

• #39 Palliative care – Comprehensive Cervical Cancer Control – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK269626/

  Pain is one of the most common symptoms in advanced cancer. […] The vast majority of women with cervical cancer will most likely suffer from moderate to severe pain. […] Opioid analgesics are often essential for pain treatment. […] The availability of strong pain medicines, including opioids, varies considerably from country to country. […] Oral morphine is effective as the first-line treatment of persisting moderate to severe pain in women with cervical cancer.

• #40 Palliative care – Comprehensive Cervical Cancer Control – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK269626/

  Pain is one of the most common symptoms in advanced cancer. […] The vast majority of women with cervical cancer will most likely suffer from moderate to severe pain. […] Opioid analgesics are often essential for pain treatment. […] The availability of strong pain medicines, including opioids, varies considerably from country to country. […] Oral morphine is effective as the first-line treatment of persisting moderate to severe pain in women with cervical cancer.

• #41 Supportive care for cervical cancer | Canadian Cancer Society

  https://cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/cancer-types/cervical/supportive-care

  Supportive care helps women meet the physical, practical, emotional and spiritual challenges of cervical cancer. It is an important part of cancer care. There are many programs and services available to help meet the needs and improve the quality of life of people living with cancer and their loved ones, especially after treatment has ended. […] Recovering from cervical cancer and adjusting to life after treatment is different for each woman, depending on the stage of the cancer, the organs and tissues removed during surgery, the type of treatment and many other factors. […] Many women continue to have strong, supportive relationships and a satisfying sex life after cervical cancer. If sexual problems happen because of cervical cancer treatment, there are ways to manage them. […] Fertility problems can happen after treatment with radiation therapy or chemotherapy for cervical cancer. Women who have had a hysterectomy will not be able to become pregnant.

• #42 Cervical Cancer, Information, Resources

  https://www.cancercare.org/diagnosis/cervical_cancer

  CancerCare provides free, professional support services for people affected by cervical cancer, as well as cervical cancer treatment information and additional resources, including financial and co-pay assistance. […] Our oncology social workers can help you cope with cervical cancer. […] Oncology social workers help you cope with the emotional and practical challenges of cervical cancer. […] Find resources and support to manage your financial concerns. Limited assistance from CancerCare is available to eligible families for cancer-related costs. […] Connect with others in our free support groups led by oncology social workers. […] CancerCare offers a free, private online support group for individuals in treatment for gynecologic cancer. […] Joining a group can provide a safe environment to share thoughts, ideas and feelings with others in a similar circumstance, and members in a support group often feel less isolated during their cancer experience. […] CancerCare offers more about screening for cervical cancer through the publication Cervical Cancer: Understanding Risk Factors and Screening. […] CancerCare provides a searchable database of cancer resources and assistance based on zip code.

• #43 Cervical Cancer, Information, Resources

  https://www.cancercare.org/diagnosis/cervical_cancer

  CancerCare provides free, professional support services for people affected by cervical cancer, as well as cervical cancer treatment information and additional resources, including financial and co-pay assistance. […] Our oncology social workers can help you cope with cervical cancer. […] Oncology social workers help you cope with the emotional and practical challenges of cervical cancer. […] Find resources and support to manage your financial concerns. Limited assistance from CancerCare is available to eligible families for cancer-related costs. […] Connect with others in our free support groups led by oncology social workers. […] CancerCare offers a free, private online support group for individuals in treatment for gynecologic cancer. […] Joining a group can provide a safe environment to share thoughts, ideas and feelings with others in a similar circumstance, and members in a support group often feel less isolated during their cancer experience. […] CancerCare offers more about screening for cervical cancer through the publication Cervical Cancer: Understanding Risk Factors and Screening. […] CancerCare provides a searchable database of cancer resources and assistance based on zip code.

• #44 Palliative care – Comprehensive Cervical Cancer Control – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK269626/

  Palliative care is a basic human right, recognized under international human rights law. […] Essential components of palliative care include prevention and management of symptoms, pain relief, and psychosocial and spiritual support. […] Effective pain control can be achieved in most cases using medical management, together with ancillary non-medical methods. […] A trained palliative care worker enables the patient and her support circle to make decisions about the patient’s care. […] The family plays a unique and essential role in palliative care. […] The health-care provider should ensure that the patient and her family understand the nature and prognosis of the disease and the recommended treatment. […] Community health workers and other special members of the community who are dedicated to assisting with palliative care, in coordination with primary- and secondary-level providers, have a role in developing a personal care plan in order to provide the patient with home visits on a regular, scheduled basis, to anticipate and, if possible, prevent and manage any problems.

• #45 Living With Cervical Cancer? Here’s How Palliative Care Can Help

  https://getpalliativecare.org/living-with-cervical-cancer-heres-how-palliative-care-can-help/

  A cervical cancer diagnosis can bring strong emotions like guilt, regret, worry, or loneliness. Regardless of how you feel, it’s important to remember that you’re not alone. Palliative care can help by providing a safe space to talk about your feelings, connecting you with mental health professionals for counseling or support groups, and even offering resources to caregivers who may be feeling stressed or overwhelmed. […] Palliative care can help you understand and manage all the parts of your care by communicating with your doctors and even coordinating care. […] You can receive palliative care at any stage of cervical cancer, whether you’ve just been diagnosed, are starting treatment, or are dealing with long-term side effects. The goal is to help you feel comfortable and supported with a care plan made just for you. […] If you or a loved one are living with cervical cancer, make sure to ask your doctor for a palliative care referral.

• #46 Living With Cervical Cancer? Here’s How Palliative Care Can Help

  https://getpalliativecare.org/living-with-cervical-cancer-heres-how-palliative-care-can-help/

  A cervical cancer diagnosis can bring strong emotions like guilt, regret, worry, or loneliness. Regardless of how you feel, it’s important to remember that you’re not alone. Palliative care can help by providing a safe space to talk about your feelings, connecting you with mental health professionals for counseling or support groups, and even offering resources to caregivers who may be feeling stressed or overwhelmed. […] Palliative care can help you understand and manage all the parts of your care by communicating with your doctors and even coordinating care. […] You can receive palliative care at any stage of cervical cancer, whether you’ve just been diagnosed, are starting treatment, or are dealing with long-term side effects. The goal is to help you feel comfortable and supported with a care plan made just for you. […] If you or a loved one are living with cervical cancer, make sure to ask your doctor for a palliative care referral.

• #47 Supportive care for cervical cancer | Canadian Cancer Society

  https://cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/cancer-types/cervical/supportive-care

  Lymphedema is a type of swelling that happens when lymph fluid builds up in tissues. It usually happens in parts of the body where large numbers of lymph nodes have been removed. […] Many people can adapt to an ostomy and live normally with it, although they have to learn new skills and how to care for it. […] Many women who are treated for cervical cancer worry that the cancer will come back (recur). It is important to learn how to deal with these fears to maintain a good quality of life. […] Some women with cervical cancer are very anxious or depressed during or after treatment. Levels of anxiety and depression appear to be related to physical symptoms and how much support you think you have from people close to you, including your caregivers.

• #48 Living as a Cervical Cancer Survivor| Follow-up Care for Cervical Cancer | American Cancer Society

  https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/cervical-cancer/after-treatment/follow-up.html

  For some women with cervical cancer, treatment may remove or destroy the cancer. […] Completing treatment can be both stressful and exciting. […] It’s important to let your doctor know about any new symptoms or problems, because they could be caused by the cancer coming back or by a new disease or a second cancer. […] Most doctors recommend that women treated for cervical cancer keep getting regular Pap tests no matter how they were treated (surgery or radiation). […] Survivors of cervical cancer should also follow the American Cancer Society Guidelines for the Early Detection of Cancer, such as those for breast, lung, and colorectal cancer. […] Talk with your doctor about developing a survivorship care plan for you. […] If you have (or have had) cervical cancer, you probably want to know if there are things you can do that might lower your risk of the cancer growing or coming back, such as exercising, eating a certain type of diet, or taking nutritional supplements.

• #49 Living as a Cervical Cancer Survivor| Follow-up Care for Cervical Cancer | American Cancer Society

  https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/cervical-cancer/after-treatment/follow-up.html

  For some women with cervical cancer, treatment may remove or destroy the cancer. […] Completing treatment can be both stressful and exciting. […] It’s important to let your doctor know about any new symptoms or problems, because they could be caused by the cancer coming back or by a new disease or a second cancer. […] Most doctors recommend that women treated for cervical cancer keep getting regular Pap tests no matter how they were treated (surgery or radiation). […] Survivors of cervical cancer should also follow the American Cancer Society Guidelines for the Early Detection of Cancer, such as those for breast, lung, and colorectal cancer. […] Talk with your doctor about developing a survivorship care plan for you. […] If you have (or have had) cervical cancer, you probably want to know if there are things you can do that might lower your risk of the cancer growing or coming back, such as exercising, eating a certain type of diet, or taking nutritional supplements.

• #50 Living as a Cervical Cancer Survivor| Follow-up Care for Cervical Cancer | American Cancer Society

  https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/cervical-cancer/after-treatment/follow-up.html

  For some women with cervical cancer, treatment may remove or destroy the cancer. […] Completing treatment can be both stressful and exciting. […] It’s important to let your doctor know about any new symptoms or problems, because they could be caused by the cancer coming back or by a new disease or a second cancer. […] Most doctors recommend that women treated for cervical cancer keep getting regular Pap tests no matter how they were treated (surgery or radiation). […] Survivors of cervical cancer should also follow the American Cancer Society Guidelines for the Early Detection of Cancer, such as those for breast, lung, and colorectal cancer. […] Talk with your doctor about developing a survivorship care plan for you. […] If you have (or have had) cervical cancer, you probably want to know if there are things you can do that might lower your risk of the cancer growing or coming back, such as exercising, eating a certain type of diet, or taking nutritional supplements.

• #51 Living as a Cervical Cancer Survivor| Follow-up Care for Cervical Cancer | American Cancer Society

  https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/cervical-cancer/after-treatment/follow-up.html

  For some women with cervical cancer, treatment may remove or destroy the cancer. […] Completing treatment can be both stressful and exciting. […] It’s important to let your doctor know about any new symptoms or problems, because they could be caused by the cancer coming back or by a new disease or a second cancer. […] Most doctors recommend that women treated for cervical cancer keep getting regular Pap tests no matter how they were treated (surgery or radiation). […] Survivors of cervical cancer should also follow the American Cancer Society Guidelines for the Early Detection of Cancer, such as those for breast, lung, and colorectal cancer. […] Talk with your doctor about developing a survivorship care plan for you. […] If you have (or have had) cervical cancer, you probably want to know if there are things you can do that might lower your risk of the cancer growing or coming back, such as exercising, eating a certain type of diet, or taking nutritional supplements.

• #52 Living as a Cervical Cancer Survivor| Follow-up Care for Cervical Cancer | American Cancer Society

  https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/cervical-cancer/after-treatment/follow-up.html

  It is known that smoking is linked to an increased risk of cervical cancer. […] To help maintain good health, cervical cancer survivors should also: Get to and stay at a healthy weight, Keep physically active and limit the time you spend sitting or lying down, Follow a healthy eating pattern that includes plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, and limits or avoids red and processed meats, sugary drinks, and highly processed foods. […] These steps may also lower the risk of some other health problems.

• #53 Living as a Cervical Cancer Survivor| Follow-up Care for Cervical Cancer | American Cancer Society

  https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/cervical-cancer/after-treatment/follow-up.html

  It is known that smoking is linked to an increased risk of cervical cancer. […] To help maintain good health, cervical cancer survivors should also: Get to and stay at a healthy weight, Keep physically active and limit the time you spend sitting or lying down, Follow a healthy eating pattern that includes plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, and limits or avoids red and processed meats, sugary drinks, and highly processed foods. […] These steps may also lower the risk of some other health problems.

• #54 Supportive care for cervical cancer | Canadian Cancer Society

  https://cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/cancer-types/cervical/supportive-care

  Supportive care helps women meet the physical, practical, emotional and spiritual challenges of cervical cancer. It is an important part of cancer care. There are many programs and services available to help meet the needs and improve the quality of life of people living with cancer and their loved ones, especially after treatment has ended. […] Recovering from cervical cancer and adjusting to life after treatment is different for each woman, depending on the stage of the cancer, the organs and tissues removed during surgery, the type of treatment and many other factors. […] Many women continue to have strong, supportive relationships and a satisfying sex life after cervical cancer. If sexual problems happen because of cervical cancer treatment, there are ways to manage them. […] Fertility problems can happen after treatment with radiation therapy or chemotherapy for cervical cancer. Women who have had a hysterectomy will not be able to become pregnant.

• #55 Supportive care for cervical cancer | Canadian Cancer Society

  https://cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/cancer-types/cervical/supportive-care

  Lymphedema is a type of swelling that happens when lymph fluid builds up in tissues. It usually happens in parts of the body where large numbers of lymph nodes have been removed. […] Many people can adapt to an ostomy and live normally with it, although they have to learn new skills and how to care for it. […] Many women who are treated for cervical cancer worry that the cancer will come back (recur). It is important to learn how to deal with these fears to maintain a good quality of life. […] Some women with cervical cancer are very anxious or depressed during or after treatment. Levels of anxiety and depression appear to be related to physical symptoms and how much support you think you have from people close to you, including your caregivers.

• #56 Cervical Cancer (Nursing) – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK570551/

  Cervical cancer continues to be listed among the top gynecologic cancers worldwide. Cervical cancer intervention focuses on primary and secondary prevention. Primary prevention and screening is the best method to decrease the burden of cervical cancer and decrease mortality. […] Targeted education, screening, and intervention can reduce the burden of disease. […] In the United States, cervical cancer mortality is disproportionately higher for African American women. […] Since 2006, HPV vaccinations have been available to prevent cervical cancer. Vaccination can improve cancer death rates in underdeveloped countries where resources may not be available for routine screening and in populations with higher mortality rates. […] People with cervical cancer may experience physical, emotional, and spiritual symptoms. Cancer treatments such as radiation and chemotherapy may cause side effects, including nausea, vomiting, pain, dysuria, diarrhea, fatigue, neutropenia, and more.

• #57 Cervical Cancer (Nursing) – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK570551/

  Cervical cancer continues to be listed among the top gynecologic cancers worldwide. Cervical cancer intervention focuses on primary and secondary prevention. Primary prevention and screening is the best method to decrease the burden of cervical cancer and decrease mortality. […] Targeted education, screening, and intervention can reduce the burden of disease. […] In the United States, cervical cancer mortality is disproportionately higher for African American women. […] Since 2006, HPV vaccinations have been available to prevent cervical cancer. Vaccination can improve cancer death rates in underdeveloped countries where resources may not be available for routine screening and in populations with higher mortality rates. […] People with cervical cancer may experience physical, emotional, and spiritual symptoms. Cancer treatments such as radiation and chemotherapy may cause side effects, including nausea, vomiting, pain, dysuria, diarrhea, fatigue, neutropenia, and more.

• #58 Cervical Cancer Prevention: The Role of the Nurse and Medical Care in Primary and Secondary Cancer Prevention

  https://www.imrpress.com/journal/CEOG/50/4/10.31083/j.ceog5004082/htm

  The best way is protective vaccinations against the highly oncogenic types of the virus, and brings the highest effectiveness if conducted from 11–13 yrs old. […] It is important to promote vaccinations against both HPV and Covid-19. […] This importance expresses itself not only in providing care according to medical recommendations and performing typical nursing activities, but also in taking actions that are essential for the promotion of health and prophylaxis of diseases, in health-promoting education and in the context of sexual education, and not just in patients in development age themselves, but also their parents and carers.

• #59 Cervical cancer – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/cervical-cancer/symptoms-causes/syc-20352501

  Cervical cancer is a growth of cells that starts in the cervix. […] You can reduce your risk of developing cervical cancer by having screening tests and receiving a vaccine that protects against HPV infection. […] When cervical cancer happens, it’s often first treated with surgery to remove the cancer. Other treatments may include medicines to kill the cancer cells. Options might include chemotherapy and targeted therapy medicines. Radiation therapy with powerful energy beams also may be used. Sometimes treatment combines radiation with low-dose chemotherapy. […] To reduce your risk of cervical cancer: Ask your doctor about the HPV vaccine. Receiving a vaccination to prevent HPV infection may reduce your risk of cervical cancer and other HPV-related cancers. […] Have routine Pap tests. Pap tests can detect precancerous conditions of the cervix. These conditions can be monitored or treated in order to prevent cervical cancer. Most medical organizations suggest beginning routine Pap tests at age 21 and repeating them every few years.

• #60 Cervical cancer – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/cervical-cancer/symptoms-causes/syc-20352501

  Cervical cancer is a growth of cells that starts in the cervix. […] You can reduce your risk of developing cervical cancer by having screening tests and receiving a vaccine that protects against HPV infection. […] When cervical cancer happens, it’s often first treated with surgery to remove the cancer. Other treatments may include medicines to kill the cancer cells. Options might include chemotherapy and targeted therapy medicines. Radiation therapy with powerful energy beams also may be used. Sometimes treatment combines radiation with low-dose chemotherapy. […] To reduce your risk of cervical cancer: Ask your doctor about the HPV vaccine. Receiving a vaccination to prevent HPV infection may reduce your risk of cervical cancer and other HPV-related cancers. […] Have routine Pap tests. Pap tests can detect precancerous conditions of the cervix. These conditions can be monitored or treated in order to prevent cervical cancer. Most medical organizations suggest beginning routine Pap tests at age 21 and repeating them every few years.

• #61 Cervical cancer – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/cervical-cancer/symptoms-causes/syc-20352501

  Cervical cancer is a growth of cells that starts in the cervix. […] You can reduce your risk of developing cervical cancer by having screening tests and receiving a vaccine that protects against HPV infection. […] When cervical cancer happens, it’s often first treated with surgery to remove the cancer. Other treatments may include medicines to kill the cancer cells. Options might include chemotherapy and targeted therapy medicines. Radiation therapy with powerful energy beams also may be used. Sometimes treatment combines radiation with low-dose chemotherapy. […] To reduce your risk of cervical cancer: Ask your doctor about the HPV vaccine. Receiving a vaccination to prevent HPV infection may reduce your risk of cervical cancer and other HPV-related cancers. […] Have routine Pap tests. Pap tests can detect precancerous conditions of the cervix. These conditions can be monitored or treated in order to prevent cervical cancer. Most medical organizations suggest beginning routine Pap tests at age 21 and repeating them every few years.

• #62

  https://journals.lww.com/nursing/fulltext/2003/11001/guide_to_care_for_patients__hpv___cervical_cancer.2.aspx

  A teaching aid to help women protect themselves from cervical cancer and genital warts. […] Cervical cancer happens when a harmful growth occurs on the surface of the cervix at the entrance to the uterus. Most times, cervical cancer develops slowly when precancerous changes occur in these cells. Routine screening tests can often detect these changes. When cervical cancer is detected and treated early, it’s almost 100% curable. […] Most women with cervical cancer are diagnosed with a Pap test (also called a Pap smear). During this test, your health care provider will insert a device called a speculum into your vagina to widen the opening. […] If you have suspicious Pap test results, your health care provider will collect another cervical cell sample for HPV testing. […] According to the latest American Cancer Society guidelines, you should follow this advice: Have your first Pap test by age 21 or within 3 years of your first sexual intercourse, whichever is first.

• #63 Prevent Cervical Cancer | Women’s Health | CDC

  https://www.cdc.gov/womens-health/features/prevent-cervical-cancer.html

  Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women worldwide and fourth in cancer-related deaths. […] All women are at risk for cervical cancer. […] When found early and managed effectively, cervical cancer is preventable, treatable, curable, and associated with long-term quality of life. […] Routine cancer screenings help prevent cervical cancer. […] The United States Preventive Services Task Force recommends that women receive appropriate cervical cancer screenings. […] Women aged 21-29 years should only receive a Pap test to screen for cervical cancer. […] Women aged 30-65 years have three available options for cervical cancer screening: Pap testing alone, HPV testing alone, and HPV and Pap testing together. […] HPV vaccination is safe and effective. […] CDC recommends HPV vaccination at age 11 or 12 years (or can start at age 9 years) and for everyone through age 26 years, if not vaccinated already.

• #64 Prevent Cervical Cancer | Women’s Health | CDC

  https://www.cdc.gov/womens-health/features/prevent-cervical-cancer.html

  Consult with your healthcare provider to understand the risk for new HPV infections and benefits of receiving the HPV vaccine. […] Ask your medical provider to screen for cervical cancer during gynecological visits. […] Receive cervical cancer screening tests to prevent cervical cancer or detect it early, when it easiest to treat. […] Continue to receive cervical cancer screenings, even after obtaining all recommended doses of the HPV vaccine. […] Screen women for cervical cancer during regular gynecological visits. […] If a precancer or cancer is detected, get the right follow-up care. […] Help women understand which screening tests are best for them and when to get them. […] Collaborate with partners and advocates to educate community members on the prevention and control of cervical cancer. […] Build partnerships with local public health organizations and health departments to advise community members about cervical cancer prevention.

• #65 Prevent Cervical Cancer | Women’s Health | CDC

  https://www.cdc.gov/womens-health/features/prevent-cervical-cancer.html

  Consult with your healthcare provider to understand the risk for new HPV infections and benefits of receiving the HPV vaccine. […] Ask your medical provider to screen for cervical cancer during gynecological visits. […] Receive cervical cancer screening tests to prevent cervical cancer or detect it early, when it easiest to treat. […] Continue to receive cervical cancer screenings, even after obtaining all recommended doses of the HPV vaccine. […] Screen women for cervical cancer during regular gynecological visits. […] If a precancer or cancer is detected, get the right follow-up care. […] Help women understand which screening tests are best for them and when to get them. […] Collaborate with partners and advocates to educate community members on the prevention and control of cervical cancer. […] Build partnerships with local public health organizations and health departments to advise community members about cervical cancer prevention.

• #66 Cervical cancer – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/cervical-cancer/symptoms-causes/syc-20352501

  Practice safe sex. Reduce your risk of cervical cancer by taking measures to prevent sexually transmitted infections. This may include using a condom every time you have sex and limiting the number of sexual partners you have. […] Don’t smoke. If you don’t smoke, don’t start. If you do smoke, talk to a health care professional about ways to help you quit. […] Cervical cancer care at Mayo Clinic.

• #67 Cervical Cancer | Patient Care

  https://weillcornell.org/services/obstetrics-and-gynecology/gynecologic-oncology/conditions-we-treat/cervical-cancer

  Our expert gynecologic oncologists care for patients compassionately to offer the best possible chance for cure with the best possible quality of life. […] Cervical cancer patients find comfort in our personalized, holistic, and warm approach to care. […] It is important that you seek out care from highly trained gynecologic oncologists for targeted, personalized treatment and care. […] Our team of gynecologic oncologists personalize treatment depending on many factors, including cervical cancer stage and fertility goals. […] If precancerous cells are detected our gynecologic oncologists can surgically remove them with laser ablation and conization to remove only the cancerous parts of the cervix. […] Our gynecologic oncologists work closely with the expert reproductive medicine specialists at Weill Cornell Medicine to offer cervical cancer patients options to preserve fertility, including radical trachelectomy and egg or embryo freezing. […] Our gynecologic oncologists and physician assistants work closely with patients to promote wellness during and after treatment with the goal of helping you return to the full breadth of functional living you enjoyed before the diagnosis.

• #68 Cervical cancer | Causes, Symptoms & Treatments | Cancer Council

  https://www.cancer.org.au/cancer-information/types-of-cancer/cervical-cancer

  For metastatic disease, the treatment is chemotherapy (platinum/fluorouracil) or palliative care alone. […] Depending on your treatment, your treatment team may consist of a number of different health professionals, such as GP (General Practitioner), Gynaecological oncologist, Radiation oncologist, Medical oncologist, Cancer care coordinators, Dietitian, Other allied health professionals. […] The incidence and mortality rates due to cervical cancer have halved in Australia since the introduction of the National Cervical Screening Program in 1991. […] Having the HPV vaccine does not mean that you should not have regular Cervical Cancer Screening Tests. […] Cervical cancer can be effectively treated when it is found early. Most women with early cervical cancer will be cured. […] Treatment for cervical cancer may make it more difficult, or impossible, to become pregnant. If fertility is important to you, talk to you doctor before treatment commences.

• #69

  https://winshipcancer.emory.edu/cancer-types-and-treatments/cervical-cancer/

  At Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University, our team of specialized gynecologic oncologists provide the best treatment and outcomes for your cervical cancer. […] Each patient we treat with cervical cancer has different needs, which is why we take an individualized approach here at Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University in Atlanta. […] Our dedicated cervical cancer team is committed to providing the latest innovative therapies to all patients in a comprehensive care setting. […] Our multidisciplinary team of experts are specifically trained to treat HPV and cervical cancer. […] We understand how a cervical cancer diagnosis can impact your life beyond the exam room. […] This includes access to counselors, nurse navigators, dieticians and social service professionals trained in cancer management.

• #70 Living With Cervical Cancer? Here’s How Palliative Care Can Help

  https://getpalliativecare.org/living-with-cervical-cancer-heres-how-palliative-care-can-help/

  A cervical cancer diagnosis can bring strong emotions like guilt, regret, worry, or loneliness. Regardless of how you feel, it’s important to remember that you’re not alone. Palliative care can help by providing a safe space to talk about your feelings, connecting you with mental health professionals for counseling or support groups, and even offering resources to caregivers who may be feeling stressed or overwhelmed. […] Palliative care can help you understand and manage all the parts of your care by communicating with your doctors and even coordinating care. […] You can receive palliative care at any stage of cervical cancer, whether you’ve just been diagnosed, are starting treatment, or are dealing with long-term side effects. The goal is to help you feel comfortable and supported with a care plan made just for you. […] If you or a loved one are living with cervical cancer, make sure to ask your doctor for a palliative care referral.

• #71 Cervical Cancer Treatment Program

  https://www.massgeneral.org/cancer-center/treatments-and-services/gynecologic-cancers/cervical-cancer

  At the Center for Gynecologic Oncology, our multidisciplinary team of gynecologic cancer specialists provides individualized care and compassionate support services for women with cervical cancer. […] Our support programs can help patients and their families cope with the challenges of a cancer diagnosis.

• #72 Cervical Cancer Treatment Program

  https://www.massgeneral.org/cancer-center/treatments-and-services/gynecologic-cancers/cervical-cancer

  The Center for Gynecologic Oncology provides compassionate care for patients with cervical cancer. […] Help our team at the Center for Gynecologic Oncology offer personalized and comprehensive care to women facing gynecologic cancers. […] Our gynecologic cancer pathologists are internationally recognized and consulted on the diagnosis of cervical cancer. […] Oncologists and specially trained nurses provide personal attention and advice on coping with side effects. Acupuncture is available to help manage side effects. […] Your personalized treatment plan will be developed by experts from an array of gynecologic cancer specialties. […] Oncology nurses and nurse practitioners who specialize in cancer care. […] Our specialized radiation teams offer a full spectrum of radiation treatments for cervical cancer including some approaches available at just a few other hospitals in the U.S.

• #73 Cervical Cancer Treatment Program

  https://www.massgeneral.org/cancer-center/treatments-and-services/gynecologic-cancers/cervical-cancer

  The Center for Gynecologic Oncology provides compassionate care for patients with cervical cancer. […] Help our team at the Center for Gynecologic Oncology offer personalized and comprehensive care to women facing gynecologic cancers. […] Our gynecologic cancer pathologists are internationally recognized and consulted on the diagnosis of cervical cancer. […] Oncologists and specially trained nurses provide personal attention and advice on coping with side effects. Acupuncture is available to help manage side effects. […] Your personalized treatment plan will be developed by experts from an array of gynecologic cancer specialties. […] Oncology nurses and nurse practitioners who specialize in cancer care. […] Our specialized radiation teams offer a full spectrum of radiation treatments for cervical cancer including some approaches available at just a few other hospitals in the U.S.

• #74 Supportive care for cervical cancer | Canadian Cancer Society

  https://cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/cancer-types/cervical/supportive-care

  Lymphedema is a type of swelling that happens when lymph fluid builds up in tissues. It usually happens in parts of the body where large numbers of lymph nodes have been removed. […] Many people can adapt to an ostomy and live normally with it, although they have to learn new skills and how to care for it. […] Many women who are treated for cervical cancer worry that the cancer will come back (recur). It is important to learn how to deal with these fears to maintain a good quality of life. […] Some women with cervical cancer are very anxious or depressed during or after treatment. Levels of anxiety and depression appear to be related to physical symptoms and how much support you think you have from people close to you, including your caregivers.

• #75

  https://www.portea.com/nursing/cervical-cancer/

  Professional home-care services helps patients recover or continue life beyond surgery. Our home nursing services ensure that you get the same high-quality treatment as what youd expect from a hospital from the comfort of your home. Our nurses for cervical cancer care visit your home, take a cervical cancer diagnostic test, and design your customised treatment plan after reviewing medical reports. Diet and nutrition support are included with our cervical cancer home treatment services. […] Cervical cancer is treatable at its early stages, and quality of life can be improved beyond the scope of surgery. However, patients may have to make certain lifestyle and nutrition changes to prolong life and recover from the after-effects of a surgery.

• #76

  https://www.portea.com/nursing/cervical-cancer/

  Professional home-care services helps patients recover or continue life beyond surgery. Our home nursing services ensure that you get the same high-quality treatment as what youd expect from a hospital from the comfort of your home. Our nurses for cervical cancer care visit your home, take a cervical cancer diagnostic test, and design your customised treatment plan after reviewing medical reports. Diet and nutrition support are included with our cervical cancer home treatment services. […] Cervical cancer is treatable at its early stages, and quality of life can be improved beyond the scope of surgery. However, patients may have to make certain lifestyle and nutrition changes to prolong life and recover from the after-effects of a surgery.

• #77 Coping With Cervical Cancer | Cancer Research UK

  https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/cervical-cancer/living-with/coping

  More than 30 out of every 100 (30%) of women treated for cervical cancer complain of fatigue two years and longer after treatment has finished. […] Talk to your doctor or specialist nurse if you’re struggling with bowel or bladder problems after treatment for cervical cancer. […] The physical and emotional changes you have might affect your relationships and sex life. There are things that you can do to manage this. […] You might need some care and support at home due to cervical cancer, its treatment or when you have advanced cervical cancer. A lot of practical and emotional support is available to you. […] Your GP manages your healthcare when you are at home. They can help with any medical problems that come up. […] Community specialist palliative care nurses include Macmillan nurses and hospice nurses. They specialise in symptom management such as pain control, sickness, and other cancer symptoms.

• #78 Cervical Cancer, Information, Resources

  https://www.cancercare.org/diagnosis/cervical_cancer

  CancerCare provides free, professional support services for people affected by cervical cancer, as well as cervical cancer treatment information and additional resources, including financial and co-pay assistance. […] Our oncology social workers can help you cope with cervical cancer. […] Oncology social workers help you cope with the emotional and practical challenges of cervical cancer. […] Find resources and support to manage your financial concerns. Limited assistance from CancerCare is available to eligible families for cancer-related costs. […] Connect with others in our free support groups led by oncology social workers. […] CancerCare offers a free, private online support group for individuals in treatment for gynecologic cancer. […] Joining a group can provide a safe environment to share thoughts, ideas and feelings with others in a similar circumstance, and members in a support group often feel less isolated during their cancer experience. […] CancerCare offers more about screening for cervical cancer through the publication Cervical Cancer: Understanding Risk Factors and Screening. […] CancerCare provides a searchable database of cancer resources and assistance based on zip code.

• #79 Coping With Cervical Cancer | Cancer Research UK

  https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/cervical-cancer/living-with/coping

  Social workers can help to support you with your situation at home. […] You might be able to get some benefits for yourself and the person caring for you. […] Getting help early with these things can mean that they dont become a big issue later. […] You can call the Cancer Research UK information nurses if you have questions or want to talk about coping with advanced cancer.

• #80 Palliative care – Comprehensive Cervical Cancer Control – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK269626/

  Quality of palliative care very much depends on adequate training and supervision for health care providers and, if possible, for community-based caregivers. […] Access to all necessary medicines, equipment and supplies is critical for symptom management, both at the health-care facility and in the patient’s home. […] Palliative care for patients with long-lasting incurable diseases, including advanced cervical cancer, offers medical, emotional, social and spiritual support. […] The palliative care team includes health professionals such as physicians and nurses, community health workers, and many family caregivers. […] Palliative care aims to improve the quality of life of patients and their families facing problems associated with life-threatening illnesses and conditions. […] Palliative care is not only end-of-life care, but also includes interventions applied throughout the disease trajectory to manage all distressing symptoms, including pain, as well as helping to address the emotional and spiritual needs of patients and their families.

• #81 Palliative care – Comprehensive Cervical Cancer Control – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK269626/

  Quality of palliative care very much depends on adequate training and supervision for health care providers and, if possible, for community-based caregivers. […] Access to all necessary medicines, equipment and supplies is critical for symptom management, both at the health-care facility and in the patient’s home. […] Palliative care for patients with long-lasting incurable diseases, including advanced cervical cancer, offers medical, emotional, social and spiritual support. […] The palliative care team includes health professionals such as physicians and nurses, community health workers, and many family caregivers. […] Palliative care aims to improve the quality of life of patients and their families facing problems associated with life-threatening illnesses and conditions. […] Palliative care is not only end-of-life care, but also includes interventions applied throughout the disease trajectory to manage all distressing symptoms, including pain, as well as helping to address the emotional and spiritual needs of patients and their families.

• #82 Cancer Nursing Care Management and Study Guide for Nurses

  https://nurseslabs.com/cancer/

  Get to learn about the nursing care management for patients with cancer in this study guide. […] Nurses play an important role in assessing and managing many of the problems experienced by patients undergoing chemotherapy. […] Nursing care of patients undergoing BMT is complex and demands a high level of skill. […] Nurses in the outpatient settings often have the responsibilities for patient teaching and for coordinating care in the home. […] The outlook for patients with cancer has greatly improved because of scientific and technologic advances. […] Nurses provide information about hair loss and support the patient and family in coping with changes in body image. […] The nurse assesses the patient for the source and site of pain as well as those factors that increase the patients perception of pain.

• #83 A Primer on Cervical Cancer and Current Standards of Care

  https://www.ajmc.com/view/a-primer-on-cervical-cancer-and-current-standards-of-care

  Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women in the United States. Most cases of cervical cancer can be prevented by human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination, routine screening, and treatment of precancerous lesions. Survival rates vary depending on how advanced the disease is; localized and early-stage disease have high survival rates, whereas patients with advanced and recurring disease have much poorer outcomes with the available therapies, highlighting the necessity for the expansion of treatment options. The current SOC treatments for cervical cancer are summarized in the Table. The most important factor when choosing a treatment for cervical cancer is the FIGO stage. Other factors that may also influence this decision include the type of cancer (SCC or ADC), the exact location of the tumor, the age of the patient and their overall health, and the patients wish to preserve their fertility. Typically, early-stage disease (stages IA, IB1, and IB2) can be treated with surgery. Fertility preservation options (conization and trachelectomy) are available for patients with up to stage IB2 cervical cancer. Radiation therapy is another appropriate option for early-stage disease. Concurrent chemoradiation, a combination of platinum-containing chemotherapy and radiation therapy, is recommended for advanced-stage cervical cancer (stages IB3 through IVA), but can also be used for patients with earlier stages of the disease who are not candidates for hysterectomy. Neoadjuvant chemotherapy followed by surgery can be used for stages IB through IVA. Finally, in the past few years, targeted agents and biologics have been developed for the treatment of various cancers, including cervical cancer. Two of these agents, bevacizumab and pembrolizumab, are indicated for the treatment of cervical cancer. Response rates of various SOC regimens for recurrent cervical cancer range from 11% with bevacizumab monotherapy to 46% with cisplatin/paclitaxel combination. Treatment for recurrent disease depends on whether the recurrence is localized or distant. The prognosis for patients who experience recurrence and for those who develop distant metastases is poor. The recommended treatment for patients with metastases typically includes platinum-based chemotherapy (cisplatin or carboplatin) combined with other agents such as paclitaxel and topotecan. Advanced and recurring cervical cancer is associated with a considerable economic and health care burden. Increased rates of screening and the introduction of the HPV vaccine have led to a decline in the incidence rates of cervical cancer in the past decades. However, the drastic decrease in routine screening and preventive procedures during the COVID-19 pandemic may increase the risk of late detection of the disease. Consequently, more treatment options are needed for patients with advanced disease. Immunotherapies, including PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors, have shown improved responses in patients with recurring or advanced cervical cancer, supporting the development of these agents to expand therapeutic options.

• #84

  https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/aftercareinformation/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=uf8963

  Cervical cancer occurs when cancer cells start growing in the tissues of the cervix. These cells may spread to nearby organs, lymph glands, or distant organs. The cervix is the lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina. […] If the cancer is in an early stage, you may need to have only a small part of the cervix removed. This type of surgery may allow for pregnancy later. In other cases, removal of the cervix and uterus (hysterectomy) may be the better choice. Treatment also may include radiation, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or targeted therapy. […] Follow-up care is a key part of your treatment and safety. Be sure to make and go to all appointments, and call your doctor or nurse advice line (811 in most provinces and territories) if you are having problems. It’s also a good idea to know your test results and keep a list of the medicines you take.

• #85

  https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/aftercareinformation/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=uf8963

  Take care of your urinary tract to prevent problems such as infection, which can be caused by cervical cancer and its treatment. Limit drinks with caffeine and drink plenty of fluids. […] Call your doctor or nurse advice line now or seek immediate medical care if: You have a fever or chills. Or you may be sweating. […] Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor or nurse advice line if: You are much more tired than usual. You have swollen glands in your armpits, groin, or neck. You do not get better as expected.

• #86

  https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/aftercareinformation/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=uf8963

  Cervical cancer occurs when cancer cells start growing in the tissues of the cervix. These cells may spread to nearby organs, lymph glands, or distant organs. The cervix is the lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina. […] If the cancer is in an early stage, you may need to have only a small part of the cervix removed. This type of surgery may allow for pregnancy later. In other cases, removal of the cervix and uterus (hysterectomy) may be the better choice. Treatment also may include radiation, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or targeted therapy. […] Follow-up care is a key part of your treatment and safety. Be sure to make and go to all appointments, and call your doctor or nurse advice line (811 in most provinces and territories) if you are having problems. It’s also a good idea to know your test results and keep a list of the medicines you take.

• #87 Cervical cancer treatment and nursing considerations: Best practices for effective care | Hyman | Canadian Oncology Nursing Journal / Revue canadienne de soins infirmiers en oncologie

  http://canadianoncologynursingjournal.com/index.php/conj/article/view/1567

  Cervical cancer treatment and nursing considerations: Best practices for effective care […] This article focuses on these varying treatment options and identifies how nurses are in the prime position to help patients improve overall understanding, tolerance, and continuity of their treatment plan.

• #88 Cancer Nursing Care Management and Study Guide for Nurses

  https://nurseslabs.com/cancer/

  Get to learn about the nursing care management for patients with cancer in this study guide. […] Nurses play an important role in assessing and managing many of the problems experienced by patients undergoing chemotherapy. […] Nursing care of patients undergoing BMT is complex and demands a high level of skill. […] Nurses in the outpatient settings often have the responsibilities for patient teaching and for coordinating care in the home. […] The outlook for patients with cancer has greatly improved because of scientific and technologic advances. […] Nurses provide information about hair loss and support the patient and family in coping with changes in body image. […] The nurse assesses the patient for the source and site of pain as well as those factors that increase the patients perception of pain.

• #89 Cancer Nursing Care Management and Study Guide for Nurses

  https://nurseslabs.com/cancer/

  The nurse identifies potential threats to the patients body image experience, and the nurse assesses the patients ability to cope with the many assaults to the body image experienced throughout the course of the disease and treatment. […] The nurse monitors laboratory studies to detect any early changes in WBC counts. […] Nurses should teach women 20 years of age and above on how to perform BSE. […] The screening test for cervical cancer is Pap Smear.

• #90 Cervical cancer treatment and nursing considerations: Best practices for effective care | Hyman | Canadian Oncology Nursing Journal / Revue canadienne de soins infirmiers en oncologie

  http://canadianoncologynursingjournal.com/index.php/conj/article/view/1567

  Cervical cancer treatment and nursing considerations: Best practices for effective care […] This article focuses on these varying treatment options and identifies how nurses are in the prime position to help patients improve overall understanding, tolerance, and continuity of their treatment plan.

• #91 Cancer Nursing Care Management and Study Guide for Nurses

  https://nurseslabs.com/cancer/

  Get to learn about the nursing care management for patients with cancer in this study guide. […] Nurses play an important role in assessing and managing many of the problems experienced by patients undergoing chemotherapy. […] Nursing care of patients undergoing BMT is complex and demands a high level of skill. […] Nurses in the outpatient settings often have the responsibilities for patient teaching and for coordinating care in the home. […] The outlook for patients with cancer has greatly improved because of scientific and technologic advances. […] Nurses provide information about hair loss and support the patient and family in coping with changes in body image. […] The nurse assesses the patient for the source and site of pain as well as those factors that increase the patients perception of pain.

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