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==Overview==
==Overview==
Cervical cancer may be entirely asymptomatic at first, later manifesting in a range of symptoms such as vaginal bleeding and pelvic pain
Symptoms of Cervical include abnormal vaginal bleeding, and pelvic pain


==History and Symptoms==
==History and Symptoms==

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [2]

Overview

Symptoms of Cervical include abnormal vaginal bleeding, and pelvic pain

History and Symptoms

Early cervical cancers usually don't cause symptoms. When the cancer grows larger, women may notice one or more of these symptoms:

  • Abnormal vaginal bleeding
    • Bleeding that occurs between regular menstrual periods
    • Bleeding after sexual intercourse, douching, or a pelvic exam
    • Menstrual periods that last longer and are heavier than before
    • Bleeding after going through menopause
  • Increased vaginal discharge
  • Pelvic pain
  • Pain during sex

Symptoms of advanced cervical cancer

  • Loss of appetite
  • Weight loss
  • Fatigue
  • Pelvic pain
  • Back pain
  • Leg pain
  • Single swollen leg
  • Heavy bleeding from the vagina
  • Leaking of urine or feces from the vagina,[1]
  • Bone fractures

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