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[unpublished] Is a second opinion important for cervical cancer treatment? (created at May 04, 2009) 40

Before starting treatment, you may want a second pathologist to review the diagnosis and another specialist to review the treatment plan. Some insurance companies require a second opinion; others may cover second opinion if the patient requests it. It may ...

[unpublished] How is cancer of the cervix treated? (created at May 04, 2009) 83

The choice of treatment for cervical cancer depends on the location and the size of the tumor, the stage (extent) of the disease, the woman's age and general health, and other factors. Gynecologic oncologists have expertise in the diagnostic evaluation and...

[unpublished] Treatment for precancerous lesions (created at May 04, 2009) 70

Treatment for precancerous lesions may cause cramping or other pain, bleeding or a watery discharge. Occasionally, a hysterectomy is performed to treat precancerous conditions of the cervix. However, the hysterectomy is considered to be unnecessary in the ...