Problem considered: The huge disease burden and the potential for prevention through screening makes cervical cancer control program an important area of action in developing countries. The present study explores the risk factors related to symptoms of cervical cancer.
Materials and methods: 2038 females were surveyed by trained personnel and analyzed for symptoms and risk factors for cervical cancer.
Results: The primary symptoms were painful micturition in 8.0% followed by white discharge (7.1%), and pelvic pain (3.1%). Painful micturition were significantly associated with age 35–44 years (p<0.01). Whitish discharge was statistically related to the different age groups as <25 years, 25-34 years, 35-44 years (p<0.001/=0.03/<0.001). The abnormal age of menarche (≤11 or ≥16 years) (p<0.05) and >3 times of pregnancy were also significantly associated with white discharge (p<0.05). Pelvic pain was significantly related to <25 years, 25-34 years (p<0.05/<0.05). It was also related to the abnormal age of menarche (p=0.02) and highly associated with >3 times of pregnancy (p<0.05).
Conclusion: The early identification of risk factors for cervical cancer is important in terms of early detection and prevention. Efforts should be made to innovate ways to reach and educate women.
Impact Factor
2022: 6.012
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