Dr. Sheetal Pawar explains how cervical cancer can be prevented through early screening and HPV vaccination.
Cervical Cancer Prevention
Cervical cancer is a prevalent yet most misrepresented health risk among women currently that is very avoidable. The ignorance, lack of screening and misinformation regarding the vaccine still cause thousands of women to be diagnosed with the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) at its advanced stages, yet, just like with any other disease, it is extremely curable at its early stages. In the hospital of Kaizen Super Speciality, the most successful gynecologist, Dr. Sheetal Pawar is trying to change this narrative by providing women with information about early symptoms, early screening and the life saving power of vaccination.
Dr. Pawar, who is a specialist on the gynecology unit of Kaizen Super Speciality Hospital, emphasizes that cervical cancer is not only preventable, but it is one of the few cancers that have an obvious pathway towards total protection in case women are given the necessary knowledge of how to protect themselves.
The Cervical Cancer: A Silent Threat That Grows Slowly
Cervical cancer occurs in the cervix cells, mostly as a result of continuous infection with high-risk HPV strains. Early stages of the disease often do not show noticeable symptoms yet the disease progresses slowly. The reason why Dr. Pawar emphasizes routine screening is its highest efficiency in early screening.
“Many women think that cervical cancer starts suddenly,” says Dr. Sheetal Pawar. “In reality, it progresses with years, and starts with small, precancerous changes in the cervix. When these changes are identified with the help of Pap smear or HPV testing, we can treat the changes before cancer is even formed.”
Sadly, the social stigma, concern of feeling uncomfortable and ignorance makes most women unable to seek basic screenings. Dr. Pawar believes that these barriers can be broken by education and open discussions.
Symptoms You can Never Afford to Ignore
Even though there are no symptoms during the early stages of cervical cancer, some changes in the body require immediate medical attention. Dr. Pawar encourages women to visit a physician in case they observe:
- Abnormal vaginal bleeding such as bleeding after sexual intercourse, bleeding after a period, or bleeding after menopause.
- Abnormal vaginal discharge, especially if watery or foul-smelling
- Pain in the pelvis, especially chronic or inexplicable pains.
- Pain during intercourse.
Dr. Pawar says: “Women tend to dismiss these symptoms as hormonal changes or stress related problems.”
“But even slight abnormalities in the menstrual or reproductive health need quick medical examination. Timely evaluation can save a lot of lives.”
Importance of Frequent Screening
At Kaizen Super Speciality Hospital Dr. Pawar shows a clear roadmap to screening:
- Pap Smear: Suggested for Women in age between 21-65 years for every three It is important to note that Pap smear should be done once every 3 years.
- HPV Test: Recommended every 5 years for women older than 30 years.
- Co-Testing (Pap + HPV): This is the most elaborate screening method, which is recommended after every five years.
HPV Vaccine: An Effective Shield against Cervical Cancer
HPV vaccine can be counted among the most effective in combating cervical cancer. This vaccine covers the high-risk HPV strains of almost 70-90 percent of cervical cancer.
Dr. Sheetal Pawar highly suggests vaccination for:
- Girls (best before sexual activity starts) 9-14.
- Women up to age 26
- Adults until 45 years, according to personal risk analysis.
Dr. Pawar says: “HPV vaccine is safe, scientifically proven, and one of the largest advances in the health of women. It is almost 100 percent effective in preventing development of cervical cancer when it is incorporated along with regular screening”.
She further points out that some of the myths that exist about the vaccine, including the fear of being sterile, early sexual behavior or long-term side effects are totally ungrounded. The vaccine is registered world-wide and is advised by the World Health Organization (WHO), CDC, and other leading medical associations as well.
Kaizen Super Speciality Hospital: Center for Women’s Wellness
Kaizen Super Speciality Hospital has a gynecology department and highly developed diagnostic equipment which guarantees the full gamut of health care (women) in a single location, offering services such as Pap smear test, HPV vaccination, colposcopy and precancerous cervix conditions.
“Our mission is not to treat but also to prevent. When women know their bodies, they make healthy choices about their bodies. It is always more advantageous to prevent than to treat, and the prevention of things is less invasive and emotionally comfortable” says Dr. Pawar.
The holistic solution of the hospital involves educating patients and counseling them, making them screen on a schedule, and follow-ups-making sure all the women get the attention and support they should.
The Message of Hope and Prevention
Cervical cancer is curable, controllable and conquerable. No woman should feel to suffer a disease that can be successfully prevented by modern medicine through timely screenings and vaccination.
Dr. Sheetal Pawar encourages every woman to take care of the health of their reproduction system- not only for saving their own lives, but also for saving their families and even the future generations.
“Your health is your strength”, she says.
"Take the step today. A simple test or vaccine is good enough to guarantee protection throughout life.”
To contact Dr. Sheetal Pawar further or to make an appointment with her, visit the gynecology department of Kaizen Super Speciality Hospital.
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