Women discussing vaginal cancerWhat to ask your doctor about vaginal cancer

Some questions you might ask your doctor

  • How will I know if I have cancer of the vagina?
  • Am I more likely to get cancer of the vagina than anyone else?
  • What increases my risk of cancer of the vagina?
  • I used to smoke - does this mean I will get cancer of the vagina?
  • How can I give up smoking?
  • Does HPV affect my risk of cancer of the vagina?
  • Do they routinely check for vaginal cancer when I have my cervical smear?
  • Can I be screened for cancer of the vagina?
  • Are there different types of vaginal cancer?