Gynecologic oncology: cervical cancer: practice question

A OBG question in the style of the NEET PG paper. Answer it first, then read why the right option is right and why each of the others is wrong.

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OBG · Gynecologic oncology: cervical cancer

Sample item

Which symptom should prompt assessment for possible cervical cancer even in a patient with previous screening?

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The answer and the reasoning

D. Persistent postcoital bleeding

Cervical screening is not a diagnostic test for symptoms. Persistent postcoital bleeding, unexplained abnormal bleeding, or suspicious cervical appearance requires clinical assessment.

Option by option

  • A. Mild menstrual cramps only

    Mild cramps alone are common and nonspecific.

  • B. Transient itch after shaving

    Transient shaving irritation is a superficial skin issue.

  • C. Bilateral ankle swelling after travel

    Travel-related ankle swelling suggests a different differential.

  • D. Persistent postcoital bleeding (correct)

    Correct. Postcoital bleeding is a recognized cervical-cancer symptom requiring evaluation.

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What is the answer to this OBG question?

The best answer is D, Persistent postcoital bleeding. Cervical screening is not a diagnostic test for symptoms.

Why is "Mild menstrual cramps only" not the answer?

Mild cramps alone are common and nonspecific.

Why is "Transient itch after shaving" not the answer?

Transient shaving irritation is a superficial skin issue.

Why is "Bilateral ankle swelling after travel" not the answer?

Travel-related ankle swelling suggests a different differential.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Gynecologic oncology: cervical cancer in OBG. Persistent postcoital bleeding, unexplained abnormal bleeding, or suspicious cervical appearance requires clinical assessment.

How hard is this question?

We tag it as an application question: it asks you to use a fact on a patient or a finding. The tag is our own editorial judgement, not an official difficulty rating, so read the reason for every option, not only the answer.

How should I study Gynecologic oncology: cervical cancer?

Learn management algorithms as steps: PPH, eclampsia, ectopic pregnancy. Then use the flashcards and the other OBG questions on this site to test what stuck.

Is this a real NEET PG question?

No. It is an original practice item (editorial status: sample, version 1). NextPrep does not publish recalled or leaked questions, and independent faculty review of this item has not been completed yet, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.