Signs and Symptoms of Cervical Cancer Symptoms of cervical cancer are usually late to appear. In the pre-cancerous stage, as well as in early invasive cervical cancer, there may not be any symptoms at all. Mild symptoms are often overlooked. The appearance of symptoms could be ominous since it can mean that the cancer has already reached an advanced stage. How will I know if I have cervical cancer? The symptoms are often non-specific for cervical cancer and may occur in many other conditions, such as uterine cancer, vaginal cancer, uterine fibroids, uterine polyps, or other growths. The signs and symptoms, when present, may include : Abnormal vaginal bleeding in any form is the most common symptom of cervical cancer and may sometimes occur as an early symptom. This may present as unusually heavy periods, inter-menstrual bleeding, spotting, or post-coital bleeding (bleeding after sexual intercourse). Postmenopausal bleeding may occur in women who have passed menopause. Increased vaginal discharge where the discharge may be watery, purulent (containing pus), or blood stained, and may have a foul odor. Pelvic or abdominal pain usually appears in more advanced stages of cervical cancer. Painful sexual intercourse Spread to the bladder may manifest as urinary … Continue reading Cervical Cancer – Signs, Symptoms, Complications and Prevention