Human papillomavirus (HPV), low socioeconomic level, smoking, marriage before the age of 18 years, young age at first coitus, several sexual partners, multiple sexual partners of spouse, and multiple childbirths are all established risk factors for developing cervical cancer. Because of hormonal changes or a compromised immune system, pregnant women may be more exposed to HPV infection or cancer.
Age may also play a role: Women who have their first child before the age of 20 are at a higher risk of cancer than those who wait until after the age of 25. Even if a person waits until marriage to engage in sexual activity or only has one partner.
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