Dr Deseré Ferreira: General & Aesthetic Practitioner: Intercare Irene

Dr Deseré Ferreira: General & Aesthetic Practitioner: Intercare Irene My favourites? Surgical Dermatology, Mental health( incl ADHD) and Aesthetics.

Dr Des: Focus on YOU – Cervical CancerCervical cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the cells of the cervix, which ...
13/11/2025

Dr Des: Focus on YOU – Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the cells of the cervix, which is the lower part of the uterus (womb) that connects to the va**na. Most cervical cancers are caused by persistent infection with certain strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV), particularly HPV types 16 and 18, which are considered high-risk for cancer. However, not all HPV infections lead to cervical cancer. Early detection through regular screening (like the Pap smear) and the HPV vaccine can help prevent and treat cervical cancer before it becomes invasive.
Risk Factors:
Persistent HPV infection (especially with high-risk strains)
Smoking
Weakened immune system (e.g., due to HIV or immunosuppressive treatments)
Long-term use of oral contraceptives
Multiple pregnancies
Early sexual activity or multiple sexual partners
Family history of cervical cancer
Prevention:
HPV Vaccination: Vaccines can prevent infection with high-risk strains of HPV.
Regular Screening: Pap smears and HPV tests can detect early changes in the cervix before they become cancerous.Early detection and prevention are crucial, which is why regular screenings are so important for women.
I am here to help!
Dr Deseré Ferreira
Intercare Irene
Online bookings: https://drdesereferreira.schedulista.com.
www.intercare.co.za

Dr Des: Focus on YOU – Cervical smear ( Pap smear )• A Pap smear is a procedure that involves collecting cells from the ...
06/11/2025

Dr Des: Focus on YOU – Cervical smear ( Pap smear )

• A Pap smear is a procedure that involves collecting cells from the cervix for testing. It also is called a Pap test. Healthcare professionals sometimes call it cervical cytology.
• A Pap test is often used to look for cervical cancer. Cervical cancer is cancer that starts as a growth of cells in the cervix. The cervix is the lower, narrow end of the uterus that opens into the va**na. Cervical cancer screening with a Pap test can find cervical cancer early, when it's more likely to be cured.
• In addition to looking for cancer cells, a Pap test also looks for cells that could become cancer in the future. If the test finds precancerous cells, treatments could help prevent cancer.
If you have certain risk factors, your healthcare professional may recommend Pap tests more often. These risk factors include:
• A diagnosis of cervical cancer.
• A Pap test that showed precancerous cells.
• Exposure to diethylstilbestrol, also called DES, before birth.
• HIV infection.
• Weakened immune system.
You and your healthcare professional can discuss the benefits and risks of Pap tests
I am here to help!
Dr Deseré Ferreira
Intercare Irene
Online bookings: https://drdesereferreira.schedulista.com.
www.intercare.co.za

Dr Des: Focus on YOUWhen last did you laugh?Good mental health means you’re able to cope with daily stressors and accomp...
30/10/2025

Dr Des: Focus on YOU

When last did you laugh?

Good mental health means you’re able to cope with daily stressors and accomplish personal goals. Many things, such as trauma, stress and sleep problems, can affect your mental health. You may not be able to prevent a mental health condition, but you can take steps to protect and support your mental health throughout your life.

15 tips on how to boost your mental health
• Find ways to handle stress
• Eat healthy food and drink healthy drinks
• Make sure you get enough sleep
• Get active and stay active
• Learn how to relax and switch off
• Connect with friends and family, online and offline
• Learn new things every day
• Help others whenever you can
• Talk about your feelings
• Be mindful and take notice of what is happening around you
• Set goals for yourself and embrace your wishes and dreams
• Challenge any negative thoughts
• Learn how to smile more!
• Have fun and laugh
• Ask for help if you have a problem
I am here to help!
Dr Deseré Ferreira
Intercare Irene
Online bookings: https://drdesereferreira.schedulista.com.
www.intercare.co.za

Dr Des: Focus on YOU – Insomnia.What is Insomnia?Insomnia is when you aren’t sleeping as you should. That can mean you a...
23/10/2025

Dr Des: Focus on YOU – Insomnia.

What is Insomnia?
Insomnia is when you aren’t sleeping as you should. That can mean you aren’t sleeping enough, you aren’t sleeping well or you’re having trouble falling or staying asleep. For some people, insomnia is a minor inconvenience. For others, insomnia can be a major disruption. The reasons why insomnia happens can vary just as widely.
Because you need sleep to be your best, disruptions like insomnia commonly cause symptoms that affect you while you’re awake. These include:
• Feeling tired, unwell or sleepy.
• Delayed responses, such as reacting too slowly when you’re driving.
• Trouble remembering things.
• Slowed thought processes, confusion or trouble concentrating.
• Mood disruptions, especially anxiety, depression and irritability.
• Other disruptions in your work, social activities, hobbies or other routine activities.
I am here to help!
Dr Deseré Ferreira
Intercare Irene
Online bookings: https://drdesereferreira.schedulista.com.
www.intercare.co.za

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