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Overview
Acancer that begins in the lining of the uterus (endometrium). This causes vaginal bleeding after the menopause or frequent bleeding between the menstrual cycles.
Symptoms
Post-menopausal vaginal bleeding, pelvic pain and bleeding between periods are the commonly observed symptoms.
| What are people curious about? | |
|---|---|
| Endometrial cancer treatment | Endometrial carcinoma |
| Types of endometrial cancer | Endometrioid carcinoma |
Causes
Exact cause is not known. But it is noticed that genetic mutations in the endometrial cells may lead to production of abnormal cells.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis involves observation of the changes in the uterus.
Highlights
- Treatable by a medical professional
- Diagnosed by medical professional
- Often requires lab test or imaging
- Can last several years or be lifelong
- Common for ages 50 and older
- May be dangerous or life threatening
- Family history may increase likelihood
- Urgent medical attention recommended
Medications
Chemotherapy: Therapy where drugs are used to kills cancer cells.
Carboplatin . Paclitaxel . Cisplatin . Doxorubicin
Hormone therapy: To increase the amount of progesterone in the body.
