An overview of cervical cancer in singapore (2021) Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women in the world. In 2018, an estimated 570 000 women were diagnosed with cervical cancer worldwide and about 311 000 women died from the disease. However in Singapore, it is the 10th most common cancer affecting women. **facts from https://www.who.int/health-topics/cervical-cancer As with most Women’s Illness, early diagnosis and treatments are very important. An experienced & professional Gynaecologist can help identify the illness, treat you and support you as you recover. WHAT IS CERVICAL CANCER? The cervix is lined by a layer of cells that can change and become. If left untreated, these cells can become cancerous and grow into tumors. WHAT ARE THE COMMON SYMPTOMS OF CERVICAL CANCER? Early-stage cervical cancer does not usually produce any symptoms, so the disease often goes unnoticed in its initial stages. In asymptomatic women, cervical cancer may be diagnosed following a gynaecological; therefore, regular gynaecological check-ups are very important in the early detection of cervical cancer. Symptoms generally only appear in more advanced stages of the disease. The most common symptoms are: Abnormal vagina bleeding. Postmenopausal bleeding, bleeding between, heavier or longer periods, or bleeding after sexual intercourse. Abundant vaginal discharge. Pelvic pain. In advanced stages, patients may also notice pain in the lower abdomen, lower back pain, urinary symptoms (pain when urinating or blood in urine) and weight loss. Cervical cancer starts as precancer in the cells on the cervix surface. Preca+ncerous changes are called dysplasia. The development of cervical cancer is very slow and can have several complications. Untreated cervical cancer can spread to the bladder, intestines, lymph nodes, bones lungs, and liver and ultimately lead to death. HOW IS CERVICAL CANCER TREATED IN SINGAPORE? Treatment for cervical cancer depends on many factors, including the stage of the cancer, the cancer cell type, your general health, and desire to have children in the future. Sometimes it is difficult to decide on the type of treatment to have. You may feel that everything is happening too fast, or you might be anxious to get started. There are four options: Surgery Radiotherapy Chemotherapy Palliative Care