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Ultrasound, Biopsy and Fear
(Brooke shares an update on her diagnosis in the video – Cancer. Me?)
Chapter 1: Abby’s Crap News – AKA My “Journey” With Cancer
Remembering Before I Forget: The Beginning I have breast cancer.
October is Over, But My Battle with Breast Cancer Continues
We are well into November but I am still functioning as if it were October.
Pap Smears While Pregnant
Pap smears are medical tests used to check the health of the cervix. While many women get pap smears as part of their regular wellness exams, your doctor may also perform this test as part of your pregnancy and prenatal workup. Bleeding during pregnancy may also indicate the need for a thorough investigation, including a pap smear.
Cervical Cancer in Women
The cervix connects the upper portion of the uterus to the vagina. Cervical cancer typically occurs in the lining of the cervix. Human papillomavirus, or HPV, is thought to be a major contributor to the development of cervical cancer. Early detection increases the success of the treatment. There are also ways to reduce the risk of developing cervical cancer in the first place.