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07-15-2010, 08:55 AM
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 Women whose immune systems are weakened - such as those with HIV infection or women who have received organ transplants and are taking drugs to suppress the immune system - may be at a higher risk. 
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07-15-2010, 08:56 AM
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Infections with genital herpes or chronic chlamydia infections, both ***ually transmitted diseases, may increase risk.
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07-15-2010, 08:56 AM
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 Diets low in fruits and vegetables may increase the risk of cervical cancer. Increasing one's intake of micronutrients, such as vitamins C, and vitamin E may reduce the risk of cervical cancer.
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07-15-2010, 08:57 AM
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 The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), the virus that causes AIDS, also increases the risk of cervical cancer. This occurs because HIV damages the body's immune system, making it easier for women to contract HPV, a ***ually transmitted disease that may increase the risk of cervical cancer.
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