Basic Information About Cervical Cancer

When cancer starts in the cervix, it is called cervical cancer. The cervix is the lower, narrow end of the uterus. Also known as the womb, the uterus is where a baby grows when a woman is pregnant. The cervix connects the upper part of the uterus to the vagina (the birth canal). All women are at risk for cervical cancer. It occurs most often in women over age 30.

Learn about—

• The signs and symptoms of cervical cancer.
• Things that can increase your risk of cervical cancer.
• How to lower your risk of getting cervical cancer.
• Screening tests that can help prevent cervical cancer or find it early.
• What to do if your doctor says you have cervical cancer.