Staging
The stage of a cancer describes its size and whether it has spread.
The stage of a cancer describes its size and whether it has spread.
There are various treatments for cervical cancer. The treatment you have will depend on different factors, including the stage of your cancer.
Surgery is the main treatment for early-stage cervical cancer.
Radiotherapy uses high-energy x-rays to destroy cancer cells. You may have radiotherapy as a treatment for cervical cancer.
Order booklets, audio CDs and DVDs about cancer treatments. Knowing what to expect could help you cope with any possible side effects.
Different chemotherapy drugs or combinations of chemotherapy drugs are given differently and have different side effects.
You don't have to climb mountains to give something back. For example, we need people affected by cancer to review our booklets, from home, in their own time. Find out more.
What's happening near you? Find out about support groups, where to get information and how to get involved with Macmillan where you are.
Our Online Community is always open and full of people ready to support you.
Share experiences and get support about any types of cancer treatment, including chemotherapy, radiotherapy, surgery, biological or hormonal therapies, transplants, and clinical trials.
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