How is cervical cancer diagnosed?
As part of your routine gynecological exam, you should have a Pap test. If a Pap test indicates abnormal cell
changes, further tests, such as a colposcopy or cervical biopsy, will be done to diagnose whether there are precancerous or cancerous changes present on your cervix.
You may also be diagnosed because of your specific symptoms, such as abnormal bleeding after sexual intercourse, but a biopsy will still be needed.
If cervical cancer is present, your doctor will determine the stage of your cancer by gathering information from a variety of tests, including blood tests, bone scans, and X-rays. The stage of your cancer, which identifies its size and how much it has spread, is one of the most important factors in selecting the treatment option that is right for you.