Dr. Angela Durowaa Frempong, an Obstetrician and Gynecologist at Obaatan Pa Women’s Hospital, has cautioned women against having multiple sexual partners, as it can increase the risk of cervical cancer.
She stressed the importance of understanding this risk and the need for regular screenings. “Engaging with multiple sexual partners can elevate the risk of cervical cancer due to higher exposure to the human papillomavirus (HPV) especially to women who are unable to clear the room infection and harbor it,” Dr. Frimpong explained.
Dr. Frimpong emphasized the link between multiple sexual partners and the risk of developing cervical cancer. She explained that the human papillomavirus (HPV), a sexually transmitted infection, is the leading cause of cervical cancer in women. Having multiple sexual partners increases the likelihood of being exposed to HPV, putting women at a higher risk for developing the disease.
She urged women to practice safe sex and limit their number of sexual partners to reduce their risk of cervical cancer. She also stressed the importance of regular Pap smears and HPV screenings, which can detect abnormal cells before they develop into cancer.
Dr. Frimpong mentioned that women are often not empowered in decision-making and financially, leading to a lack of their reproductive health.