In pre-cancerous stage, cervical cancer generally takes as long as ten years, and may even take thirty years to develop into a full fledged malignancy. Starting out as an abnormality in cervical cells, it is detectable through screening tests that are painless, quick and affordable.
Abnormal uterine bleeding is define as bleeding in the uterus that is irregular in amount, timing or duration. Although abnormal uterine bleeding is not life threatening, it exacts a large emotional and physical toll on women. Heavy periods can cause pain and discomfort and increase the risk for iron deficiency anemia. It can impair a woman’s life, leading her to miss work and social events. Acute excessive bleeding can lead to hemodynamic instability requiring hospitalization for blood transfusion and fluid volume management.
