Doctor Speaks: Fighting Cervical Cancer



About one-third of the cases of cervical cancer across the globe are from India. A major cause of cervical cancer is the human papilloma virus (HPV) infection which is a result of poor genital hygiene. The disease develops at a slow pace and most women tend to ignore the symptoms. It is only when it reaches its advanced stage, when their condition aggravates. Sadly, the treatment at this stage becomes difficult with low success rate.

Cervical cancer is preventable if the disease is detected at an early stage and is treated on time. A Pap smear is very important to detect the HPV infection at an early stage and thereby, prevent cervical cancer. The Papanicolaou test or the Pap smear is a method of cervical screening used to detect potentially precancerous and cancerous processes in the cervix.

I am extremely happy to see that GeBBS Foundation is actively championing this cause. It is heartening to see it supporting women’s empowerment and health with its efforts to eradicate the disease.

-          Dr. Harshini (MBBS), MGM Hospital

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