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Symptoms of Cervical Cancer

Key points

  • Early on, cervical cancer may not cause symptoms.
  • Advanced cervical cancer may cause bleeding or discharge from the vagina that is not normal for you.
  • If you have unusual vaginal bleeding, see a doctor right away.
a woman talking to her doctor

Symptoms

Early on, cervical cancer may not cause signs and symptoms. Advanced cervical cancer may cause bleeding or discharge from the vagina that is not normal for you, such as bleeding after sex.

If you have any of these signs, see your doctor. They may be caused by something other than cancer, but the only way to know is to see your doctor.

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This video discusses the importance of knowing the signs and symptoms of gynecologic cancer.

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Content Source:
National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion; Division of Cancer Prevention and Control