The cervix is that part of the uterus (womb) that is partly protruding into the vagina and is visible to your doctor during an internal pelvic examination. The word 'cervix' is derived from the Latin ...

A cervical biopsy is a procedure that involves taking a small sample of tissue from the cervix to check for signs of cancer. Depending on the type of biopsy, it can also remove precancerous cells and ...

A colposcopy is a simple procedure that lets your doctor get a good look at your cervix. The exam takes as little as 5 minutes and is a lot like getting a Pap test. One of the biggest differences is ...

You might have a cone biopsy if you have symptoms that could be caused by cervical cancer. It's also a treatment for abnormal cervical cells picked up through cervical screening. The abnormal cells ...