HPV is often considered a taboo subject. Although most of us will be exposed human papillomavirus (HPV) at some point in our lives, it remains widely misunderstood.Receiving a positive HPV result can ...

The cervix is the doorway between your vagina and uterus. It’s the bottom part of your uterus located at the very top of your vagina and looks kind of like a small doughnut. The opening in the center ...

Pregnant people often have cervical checks in late pregnancy. Get the scoop on whether this common exam is necessary. Medically reviewed by Iya Mystique Hargrove, M.S., CFSD, CBS, CLE, CBEMedically ...

A mom’s shocking delivery story is going viral — and inspiring women everywhere to self-advocate during labor. Jess (@autist_artist_) gained millions of views and likes when she stitched a response to ...

Bumps or lumps on the cervix may be benign or noncancerous growths, such as polyps or cysts. In some cases, however, they may indicate the presence of cervical cancer. A doctor might discover a bump ...

Recently I got curious about my cervix. Why, you ask? Well, I’ve been having a lot of fun sex (hooray for the cute boy who makes me smile!) and I noticed that a certain sex position that I enjoy ...

It can be scary to learn that you have cancer. But if you’re diagnosed with cervical cancer, know it’s very treatable when your doctor finds it early. It’s also one of the most preventable cancers in ...

A cervical biopsy is a procedure that involves taking a small sample of tissue from the cervix to check for signs of cancer. Depending on the type of biopsy, it can also remove precancerous cells and ...

You might never see your own cervix in your lifetime, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't be clued up on all the weird and wonderful things there are to know about it. With one Jo’s Cervical Cancer ...

Paige McCall says she experienced heavy bleeding during pregnancy but claims her concerns around cervical cancer were not ...