Home Page: http://www.bupa.co.uk/
Condition Info: http://hcd2.bupa.co.uk/fact_sheets/html/cervical_cancer.html
BUPA is the leading provider of private healthcare insurance, hospitals and healthcare services in the UK. Their website offers free online health information from trusted medical experts.
Here you will find a detailed examination of cervical cancer - including how it can be caused by abnormal cells, human papilloma virus (HPV), sexual behaviour, the pill, immune deficiency, etc. The common symptoms are discussed as well as how a diagnosis will take place (biopsy, colposcopy) and the different treatments that are available (surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy).
Home Page: http://www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk/index.asp
Condition Info: http://www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk/articles/article.aspx?articleID=77
NHS Direct Online is a website providing comprehensive health advice for people living in England - and is supported by a 24-hour helpline.
At NHS Direct, it is stressed that the symptoms of cervical cancer don't always make themselves known until the cancer has reached an advanced stage (which is why they recommend regular smear tests). Here you will find causes, diagnosis and treatments discussed - as well as a section on prevention and selected links to other useful sources of information.
Home Page: http://www.bbc.co.uk/health
Condition Info: http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/conditions/cervicalcancer1.shtml
BBC Health offers a complete A-Z illness listing, with related articles and guides plus a messageboard where users can share their experiences.
BBC Health discuss how cancerous cells first form in the cervix and then the symptoms to look out for (bleeding after intercourse, bleeding between menstruation, unusual vaginal discharge. Preventative measures are discussed e.g. not smoking, safe sex, vaccines, regular smear tests. Their site also offers advice on screening and vulvar cancer.
Home Page: http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/index.shtml
Condition Info: http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/diseases/facts/cervicalcancer.htm
NetDoctor.co.uk is a collaboration between committed doctors, healthcare professionals and patients in the UK. Their website aims to break down the "medical language barrier" between doctor and patient and offers a large online encyclopaedia of diseases and related medicines.
Their site explains what cervical cancer is, what causes it and who is most at risk. The typical symptoms related to pre-cancerous changes of the cervix are discussed (CIN), along with how this type of cancer can be treated (hysterectomy, radiotherapy, etc). The advice here is straightforward and comes from the pen of a consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist.
Home Page: http://www.cancer.gov/
Condition Info: http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/types/cervical
The National Cancer Institute conducts and supports research, training, health information and other programs with respect to the cause, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of cancer.
Although based in the US, there is a great deal of useful information to be found here. Topics covered include angiogenesis inhibitors, cryosurgery, lasers in cancer treatment, metastatic cancer, HPV vaccines, cervical cancer screening guidelines, cervical cancer clinical trials, diethylstilbestrol (DES) and more.
Home Page: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Main_Page
Condition Info: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cervical_cancer
Since its creation in 2001, Wikipedia has rapidly grown into the largest reference website on the Internet. The content of Wikipedia is free, written collaboratively by people from all around the world.
On their site you can expect to find out about the signs and symptoms of cervical cancer (bleeding, metastases) along with how a diagnosis is made (biopsy, colposcopy, HPV testing). They also detail the 'staging' process of this type of cancer and go on to discuss pathophysiology. Different treatments are also explained, along with information on hysterectomy and vaccines.
Home Page: http://www.cancerhelp.org.uk/default.asp
Condition Info: http://www.cancerhelp.org.uk/help/default.asp?page=2739
Cancer Research UK is the world's leading charity dedicated to research on the causes, treatment and prevention of cancer. Their vision is to conquer cancer through world-class research, aiming to control the disease within two generations.
Topics covered include diagnosis and treatment, along with an overview of what cervical cancer is and how it can develop. They also offer advice on smear testing and what to do in the case of an abnormal result. A useful factsheet is also provided, designed to help sufferers adjust to the reality of having cancer. News on the latest research is also provided - and users can sign up for a free newsletter.
Home Page: http://www.cancerbackup.org.uk/Aboutcancer
Condition Info: http://www.cancerbackup.org.uk/Cancertype/Cervix
Cancer Backup online is Europe's leading cancer information service, with over 4,500 pages of up-to-date cancer information, practical advice and support for cancer patients, their families and carers.
Here you will find an explanation of the cervix, how cancer develops within it along with the symptoms, diagnosis and staging of cervical cancer itself. Treatments such as radiotherapy, chemotherapy and surgery are discussed along with post0treatment issues such as fertility and sex. Research and clinical trials are also on offer, along with resources and links to other useful organisations.
Home Page: http://www.oncolink.com/types/
Condition Info: http://www.oncolink.com/types/article.cfm?c=6&s=17&ss=129&id=8226
OncoLink was the first multimedia oncology information resource placed on the Internet. OncoLink's mission is consistent with that of the University of Pennsylvania Medical Center and the Abramson Cancer Center of the University of Pennsylvania which has sanctioned its use and development.
On their site you will find cervical cancer explained in detail, covering exactly what it is, how it develops and who is at risk. Preventative measures are also touched upon alongside the different screening tests available. All common signs and symptoms are explained - as is the medical diagnosis and staging process. Radiotherapy and chemotherapy are also discussed at length.
Home Page: http://www.healthsquare.com/register.htm
Condition Info: http://www.healthsquare.com/fgwh/wh1ch38.htm
HealthSquare.com is a consumer oriented health information website. It provides free access to high quality health and wellness information, written specifically for the lay person.
On their site, the different stages of abnormal growth in the cervix are discussed: Cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN), Noninvasive Carcinoma and Invasive Cervical Cancer. They discuss who is most at risk and how to detect symptoms early by going for regular smear tests. Different treatments are touched upon (electrocautery, cryosurgery, laser vaporization) along with side effects and follow-up care.
