The cervix is the lower part of the uterus (or womb, where a baby grows). It connects the uterus to the vagina (birth canal). Before cervical cancer appears, the cells of the cervix undergo precancerous changes, known as dysplasia. Usually, it is a slow process that develops over many years. A Pap test given every three to five years looks for these changes. If precancerous cells are found, they can often be removed.
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