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What Is Cervical Cancer?

Outline of female pelvis showing uterus, cervix, and vagina.

Cancer happens when cells in the body change and grow out of control. These cells can form lumps called tumors. Cancer that starts in cells of the cervix is called cervical cancer. The cervix is the lower end of the uterus. It connects the uterus to the vagina.

To find out more, please read Cervical Cancer Screening by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.

Author: StayWell Custom Communications
Last Annual Review Date: 9/1/2023

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