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Endometrial cancer is cancer that starts in the endometrium, the lining of the uterus(womb).Endometrial/uterine adenocarcinoma; Uterine cancer; Adenocarcinoma of the endometrium/uterus; Cancer- uterine; Cancer- endometr... |
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Causes
Endometrial cancer is the most common type of uterine cancer. Although the exact cause of endometrial cancer is unkno...
Tests
A pelvic examination is frequently normal, especially in the early stages of disease. Changes in the size, shape, or ...
Treatments
Treatment options involve surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. A hysterectomy may be performed in women with...
Drugs
—A female hormone that acts on the inner lining of the uterus and prepares it for implantation of the fertilize...
Alternative Therapies
The stress of illness may be eased by joining a support group whose members share common experiences and problems. Se...
Complications
Complications may include anemia due to blood loss. A perforation (hole) of the uterus may occur during a D and C or...
Prevention
All women should have regular pelvic exams beginning at the onset of sexual activity (or at the age of 21 if not sexu...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you have abnormal vaginal bleeding or any other symptoms of...
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