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Cervical Cancer
Vegetable extract being tested as cervical cancer preventive
February 17th, 2005
Researchers in South Wales are investigating the possibility that a chemical called diindolylmethane (DIM), which is usually found in broccoli, sprouts, and cabbage, could help to prevent cervical cancer. Many cases of cervical cancer can be completely prevented if they are found at a very early stage by screening with smear tests. The smear test picks up precancerous changes which are usually treated surgically. But research suggests that DIM may prevent the transformation of precancerous conditions into cervical cancer, without the need for surgery. The new study, funded by Cancer Research UK, will involve 3,000 women who have had a mildly abnormal...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2005-02-17)
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