Dr. Pepera explained that ovarian cancer is commonly known as the “silent killer” because it does not often show symptoms. According to him, when there are symptoms, the cancer has progressed. He said some of the most common signs of cancer in women are bloating in the hips, a bigger stomach, and a feeling of fullness due to excess fluid in the stomach.
According to Dr. Pepera, unlike other cancers, there is no proven screening test for ovarian cancer. So it is important to visit the doctor if there are any changes in the body.
Speaking about uterine cancer, also known as uterine cancer, Dr Pepera said that uterine cancer is one of the most curable cancers. He said that this type of cancer usually causes bleeding, so if the symptoms are detected early and taken seriously, the cancer can be cured.
Regarding cervical cancer, the gynecologist told the host Frema Asiedu, “Cervical cancer is generally preventable, but it is one of the most important cancers. So we don’t screen or when people are screened, they don’t get appropriate treatment. We also don’t vaccinated.”
Cervical cancer, he said, occurs when the cancer is in the tunnel-like organ that connects the vagina and uterus, known as the cervix. Human papillomavirus, or HPV, often causes this cancer, he noted.
Dr. Pepera recommends that women be vaccinated against HPV to reduce the risk of cervical cancer. He also said that the best time to get vaccinated is during adolescence and suggested that both boys and girls should be vaccinated so that the entire population will be immune to HPV.
During the Myth Buster segment, house doctors, Dr. Kweku Yalley and Dr. Aba Folson discuss the different types of cancer called oral cancer. Doctors explain that oral sex can cause oral cancer. Doctors note that oral sex can be a predisposition to oral cancer.
Dr. Yalley also mentioned that although oral sex is not associated with oral cancer, it is important that people are sexually responsible and avoid multiple sexual partners.
Through the Vodafone Healthline event, Vodafone Ghana has provided free medical education and interventions to the people of Ghana. The show continues to provide useful information through engaging content on selected media and social media outlets.