This pattern suggests that something is being transmitted sexually to trigger the cancer. HPV is sexually transmitted virus. Careful study of these viruses has shown them to have cancer causing genes. While HPV is likely a factor in the development, it does not mean that HPV is the sole cause of cervical cancer. Low levels of Vitamin A and Folate are associated with cervical cancer.
Smokers have more cervical cancer and toxins have also been found in cervical cancer cells.
This suggests that enviromental toxins can play a role. This indicates that the woman's own body defenses. Women may lessen their chances of being exposed to HPV by using condoms. Regardless of a woman's sex life, her best defense against cervical cancer is regular Pap tests. Cervical cancer takes an average of 10 years to develop.