| Anal cancer |
| Anal cancer is cancer that begins in the end of the large intestine, which is known as the anus. Part of the anus is inside the body and part is outside; anal cancer can start in either place. |
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| Anus |
| The anus is the end of the large intestine. Part of the anus is inside the body and part is outside. |
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| Abnormal cervical cells |
| Abnormal cervical cells are cells in the lining of the cervix that have changed in appearance. The more severe the cervical abnormality, the more likely it is that cervical cancer could develop in the future. |
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| ASCUS |
| ASCUS stands for atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance. A diagnosis of ASCUS means that the abnormalities seen in cervical cells are mild and their nature is uncertain. |
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| Benign |
| Benign is a term to describe something that will not cause cancer. |
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| Biopsy |
| A biopsy involves the removal of tissue for medical evaluation. |
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| Cervical cancer |
| Cervical cancer is cancer of the cervix. Cervical cancer is a serious condition that can be life threatening. |
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| Cervical dysplasia |
| Cervical dysplasia describes cells in the lining of the cervix that have changed in appearance. The more severe the cervical abnormality, the more likely it is that cervical cancer could develop in the future. |
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| Cervical precancers |
| Cervical precancers are abnormal cells in the lining of the cervix that could become cervical cancer if not detected early and treated. |
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| Cervix |
| The cervix is the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. |
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| Chemotherapy |
| Chemotherapy involves the use of anticancer drugs that are injected into a vein or given orally. These drugs kill cancer cells but also may damage some normal cells, which can lead to side effects. |
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| CIN |
| CIN stands for cervical intraepithelial neoplasia. This term is used to report an abnormal biopsy result. |
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| Colposcopy |
| A colposcopy is a type of procedure used to confirm a diagnosis of abnormal cervical cells. The surface of the cervix are examined using an instrument with a built-in microscope. |
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| Cryosurgery |
| Cryosurgery is a technique that involves the freezing of tissue. |
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| Genital HPV |
| About 30 types of human papillomavirus (HPV) are known as genital HPV since they affect the genital area. |
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| Genital warts |
| Genital warts are flesh-colored growths that are caused by certain “low-risk” types of human papillomavirus (HPV). |
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| Gynecological exam |
| A gynecological exam is an examination of a woman's reproduction organs by a healthcare professional. During this routine exam, the healthcare professional may perform a Pap test to check for abnormal cells in the lining of the cervix. |
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| HSIL |
| HSIL stands for high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion and means that abnormal cervical cells have a high likelihood of progressing to cervical cancer. |
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| Inflammation |
| A local response to cell injury that is marked by redness, heat, and pain. |
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| Intestine |
| The intestine is the tube that extends from the stomach to the anus. |
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| Intraepithelial |
Intraepithelial refers to the layer of cells that forms the surface
of the cervix. |
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| Laser treatment |
| A laser treatment is one of the methods used to remove genital warts or abnormal cervical cells. |
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| LEEP |
| LEEP, or loop electrosurgical excision procedure, is a common procedure used to treat abnormal cervical cells. |
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| LSIL |
LSIL stands for low-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion and means
that there are more definite but still mildly abnormal cervical cells. |
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| Neoplasia |
| Neoplasia means an abnormal growth of cells. |
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| Pap test |
A Pap test, also known as a Pap smear, is part of the gynecological
exam and helps detect abnormal cells in the lining of the cervix before
they have a chance to become precancers or cervical cancer. |
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| Precancers |
| Precancers are highly abnormal cervical cells that have a high likelihood of becoming cervical cancer. |
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| Radiation therapy |
| Radiation therapy involves the use of high-energy x-rays to kill cancer cells. |
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| Recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP) |
| RRP consists of noncancerous tumors in the throat. |
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| Surgery |
| Surgery is an invasive procedure to diagnose or treat illness. |
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| Squamous cells |
| Squamous cells are thin, flat cells that form the lining of the cervix. |
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| Tumor |
A tumor is an abnormal growth of tissue that is either noncancerous
or cancerous. |
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| Uterus |
The uterus is a muscular organ located in the pelvic cavity of females
in which the fertilized egg implants and develops. It is also called
the womb. |
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| Vagina |
The vagina is a 3- to 4-inch tube. Its upper part ends at the cervix
and the lower part opens to the outside onto the vulva, the external
female genitals. |
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| Vaginal cancer |
| Vaginal cancer is cancer of the vagina. |
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| Vulva |
| The vulva is the outer part of the female genitals. |
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| Vulvar cancer |
| Vulvar cancer is cancer of the vulva. |
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| Womb |
The womb is a muscular organ located in the pelvic cavity of females
in which the fertilized egg implants and develops. It is also called
the uterus. |
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