Cancer Screening
Cancer screening is a proactive healthcare approach designed to detect cancer or precancerous conditions before symptoms appear. Early detection significantly improves treatment outcomes and survival rates, as many cancers are more manageable when caught in their initial stages.
Screening involves various techniques including blood tests, imaging studies like mammography and ultrasounds, and physical examinations. The goal is to identify abnormal changes that could indicate cancer or conditions that might develop into cancer if left untreated. Regular screening is particularly important for cancers affecting women's reproductive health, including cervical, breast, and ovarian cancers.
Common Causes & Risk Factors
- •Age & Genetics: Most cancers become more common as women get older. Family history and genetic mutations (e.g., BRCA1, BRCA2) can substantially increase risk.
- •Hormonal Factors: Early menstruation, late menopause, never having children, or having children later in life can affect hormone exposure and cancer risk. Long-term hormone replacement therapy may also influence risk.
- •Lifestyle Factors: Smoking, excessive alcohol, poor diet, lack of physical activity, obesity, and environmental exposures (chemicals, radiation) increase risk.
- •Infections: Certain infections, such as HPV (human papillomavirus), contribute to cancer development.
Healthy Lifestyle
Lifestyle Factors
Understanding how daily habits and choices impact your health.
Genetic Factors
Family history and genetic predisposition considerations.
Prevention & Management
- Maintain a healthy weight and balanced diet
- Exercise regularly and avoid tobacco and excessive alcohol
- Vaccination against HPV to prevent cervical and other cancers
- Regular screening (Pap smears, mammograms, etc.) as per guidelines
- Genetic counseling and preventive measures for high-risk women
- Personalized treatment planning and regular consultations
Regular Screening & Treatment Planning
Preventive Care & Individualized Plans
Early detection through routine examinations and customized treatment approaches tailored to your needs.