Cervical dysplasia
Alternate Names : Cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN), Precancerous changes of the cervix
Prevention
Ask your health care provider about the HPV vaccine. Girls who receive this vaccine before they become sexually active reduce their chance of getting cervical cancer by 70%. To reduce the chance of developing cervical dysplasia: - Don't smoke, as it increases your risk of developing more severe dysplasia and cancer if you do have an HPV infection
- Get vaccinated for HPV between ages 9 and 26
- Practice monogamy
- Use condoms during intercourse
- Wait until you are 18 or older before becoming sexually active
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