... the body recognises them and does not remove them via the immune system, they reproduce uncontrollably. The cells continue to bunch together in an unorganised multilayered mass of tissue until they create a primary tumor or Neoplasm. As the tumor grows it requires more oxygen and nutrients so new blood vesicles are formed using a process named Angiogenesis. Cells eventually brake away from the tumor and spread through the blood and lymphatic system to form secondary growths known as Metastasis, in other parts of the body. The Malignant tumours damage surrounding tissues and eventually cut off all blood supplies to vital organs resulting in the woman's death. Causes and Symptoms Cervical Cancer is most prevalent in women of lower socio-economic status and is correlated with sexual activity. Research has shown that women that begin having sexual intercourse at a young age and that have multiple partners are most at risk. The primary ...

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