Stage IVA stage IVA cervical cancer indicates the cancer has begun to spread outside the reproductive system to organs such as the bladder, kidneys and rectum. Signs and symptoms of moderate to severe pain are evident and dysfunction of the urinary tract may be present. Treatment includes aggressive radiation therapy both internal and external combined with a moderate to high doses of chemotherapy. Severe pain and organ dysfunction is evident and treatment includes radiation and chemotherapy used only to relieve the symptoms caused by the cancer. Recurrent stage the recurrent stage of cervical cancer indicates that even after treatment, the cancer returns and continues to spread.
Severe pain continues and organ and system dysfunction is inevitable.
Treatment for the recurrent stage of cervical cancer is only offered in an effort to prolong life and offer relief from symptoms of the cancer. Avoiding risk factors, having annual pap testing and pelvic exams in addition to reporting any abnormalities that are present such as pelvic pain and vaginal discharge can be the most important steps a woman can take in preventing the development of cervical cancer. Cervical cancer is responsible for approximately 5 percent of all cancer deaths in women each year. Inc. PageWise makes no representations about the content published on this site. PageWise hereby disclaims all warranties and conditions with regard to this information, and user agrees that all such use is at its own risk.