Diseases
endometrial carcinoma
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Overview
Endometrial cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the uterus. The uterus is the hollow, pear-shaped pelvic organ where fetal development occurs. Endometrial cancer begins in the layer of cells that form the lining (endometrium) of the uterus. Endometrial cancer is sometimes called uterine cancer.
Symptoms
- vaginal bleeding after menopause
- bleeding between periods
- pelvic pain
Causes
- what's known is that something occurs to create changes (mutations) in the dna of cells in the endometrium — the lining of the uterus.
Risk factors
- more years of menstruation
- never having been pregnant.
- changes in the balance of female hormones in the body.
Diagnosis
- examining the pelvis.
- using sound waves to create a picture of the uterus.
- using a scope to examine the endometrium
- performing surgery to remove tissue for testing.
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is endometrial carcinoma?
Endometrial cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the uterus. The uterus is the hollow, pear-shaped pelvic organ where fetal development occurs. Endometrial cancer begins in the layer of cells that form the lining (endometrium) of the uterus. Endometrial cancer is sometimes called uterine cancer.
What are the symptoms of endometrial carcinoma?
vaginal bleeding after menopause, bleeding between periods, pelvic pain
What causes endometrial carcinoma?
what's known is that something occurs to create changes (mutations) in the dna of cells in the endometrium — the lining of the uterus.
Which medicines are used for endometrial carcinoma?
medroxyprogesterone, megestrol
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