Precancerous lesions can effectively be treated using Laser or LEEP procedure, and sometimes the biopsy itself can be used to treat a precancerous condition. Treatment will involve surgery, and possibly radiation therapy, chemotherapy or a combination of them. In the last decade, much has been learned about cervical cancer, including risk factors that can be controlled. This is a virus that can be passed from one person to another during sexual intercourse. Unfortunately, condoms do not provide total protection.
Smoking also doubles a woman's risk for getting cervical cancer.
The most important thing a woman can do to protect herself from cervical cancer is to get a regular Pap test. Although cervical cancer risk does not increase much after the age of 40, it doesn't get any lower, either. Consider an annual Pap test your best protection. The Health Alliance continues to be a leader in cancer care using a multidisciplinary approach in the diagnosis, treatment, prevention, education and research of cancer. Our diverse health care team includes physicians and specialists in all areas of cancer care including medical oncology, radiation oncology, surgical oncology, gynecological oncology, as well as nurses, social workers, physical and occupational therapists, nutritionists, psychologists and many others.