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Womans Health MediClinic's focus on Womans Health covers the following areas:
See below for more details.
Cervical cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer death in the developing world with about 3,000 new cases diagnosed each year in the UK. The primary underlying cause of cervical cancer is infection with the Human Papilloma Virus, or HPV, a very common sexually transmitted disease. Although most HPV infections resolve spontaneously, those that persist may lead to the development of precancer cells and cancer.
Cervical screening programmes have been effective to reduce the number of diagnosed cases. Private clinicians recommend screening starts when a teenage girl becomes sexually active or at the age of 18 years, followed by regular (and in certain cases annual) testing. This screening is not a test for cancer but rather a method of detecting and treating abnormalities that if left untreated could lead to cancer. It is important to know that abnormal results do not necessarily indicate cervical cancer.
MediClinic can generally see you within 24 hours for this type of appointment and the results will be available within 3 - 4 days. The package for the cervical smear and the feedback of results costs £130.
HPV Vaccine - Cervarix and Gardasil A recent fight against cervical cancer is the launch of the HPV vaccines Cervarix and Gardasil. Since most people are exposed to HPV once they become sexually active, the ideal way to prevent HPV infection would be through vaccination prior to exposure. Cervarix and Gardasil protect against the common high risk types HPV 16 and HPV 18 and most other high risk types. The vaccines have shown high effectiveness in preventing specific strains of HPV virus infections which cause nealry 80% of cervical cancer.
MediClinic offer both the Cervarix and Gardasil vaccine. This vaccine consists of a course of 3 injections, at a cost of £150 per dose, which is given over a period of 6 months and recommended for the age group 9 to 26. CLICK HERE for further frequently asked questions on the HPV Vaccines.
In order to promote good health and early detection of any potential health issues, MediClinic offers the Well Woman Screen. This covers a comprehensive physical examination, blood testing, a cervical smear and a full medical report. For more information on the details of this please CLICK HERE .
MediClinic offer a comprehensive support package for you during your pregnancy. This is not intended to replace the NHS service but rather to supplement it and to provide you a chance to meet regularly with your doctor and discuss any concern issues. The package consists of the following:
The package is priced from £1,200 - please contact your practice for further details.
Areas we serve
Guildford Stoughton, Burpham, Arlington, Shalford, Chilworth, Compton, Woking, Aldershot, Farnham Wimbledon Raynes Park, Morden, Worcester Park, Mitcham, Colliers Wood, Kingston Upon Thames, Southfields, Kew, Chiswick, East Sheen, Richmond, Roehampton, Wandsworth, Earlsfield, Clapham, Balham, Chelsea, Hammersmith, Barnes
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