RISK FACTORS, CANCER OF CERVIX
Increased incidence in blacks
Early intercourse
Multiple sexual partners
Early child bearing
Male factor (High risk consort )
Oral contraceptives
Cigarette smoking
Irradiation
Intrauterine DES exposure
Decreased levels of vitamins A , E, C & folic acid
Viral infections including infection with human papilloma virus, Herpes virus, Human immuno deficiency virus and cytomegalovirus
Low immune status