Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer means that cells in your cervix are growing abnormally and out of control. The cancer cells can spread to other parts of your body. The cervix is the lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina.

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Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer means that cells in your cervix are growing abnormally and out of control. The cancer cells can spread to other parts of your body.

The cervix is the lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina.

This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content.

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Adam Husney MDAnne C. Poinier MDKathleen Romito MDRoss S. Berkowitz MD

Last Updated

12/19/2018

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