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Uterine Cancer Can Be Cured If Detected Early
If one can identify the symptoms & get early treatment, Uterine cancer can be cured completely.
The symptoms of Endometrial cancer include:
- Vaginal bleeding past menopause
- Unusual bleeding between periods
- An unusual, dilute or blood-tinged discharge from the vagina
- Pain in the pelvic area
- Pain during sex
In case of persistence of any of these signs, one should immediately approach gynaecologists or if symptoms are severe then one should immediately approach oncologists for further evaluation.
Tests and procedures used to diagnose endometrial cancer include:
- Pelvic examination
- Ultrasound study
- Using a hysteroscope to examine the endometrium
- Biopsy
- Performing surgery to remove tissue for testing
Treatment for endometrial cancer will depend on factors such as the stage, general health and preferences. Based on these factors, one or any of the below-mentioned treatment methods will be advised.
- Surgery
- Radiation Therapy
- Hormone Therapy
- Chemotherapy
Surgery
The surgical procedure to remove the uterus is recommended for most women with endometrial cancer. Most women with endometrial cancer undergo hysterectomy, where the fallopian tubes and ovaries are also removed. (salpingo-oophorectomy).
During surgery, the surgeon will also inspect the areas around the uterus to look for signs that cancer has spread. The surgeon may also remove lymph nodes for testing as it helps in determining the stage of cancer. Apollo Lucknow is the best centre to choose for endometrial or uterus cancer surgery as Apollo Lucknow has a multidisciplinary team of a gynaecologist, oncologists, radiation specialists, and nuclear medicine specialists who offer the most advanced surgical options for cancer treatment.
Radiation Therapy
Radiation therapy uses strong energy beams to kill the cancer cells. In some instances, the doctor may propose radiation to reduce the risk of a cancer recurrence post-surgery. In certain conditions, radiation therapy may also be suggested ahead of surgery, to shrink a tumor making it easier to remove.
If the patient is not healthy enough to undergo surgery, doctors may suggest only radiation therapy. In women with advanced endometrial cancer, radiation therapy may support to control of cancer-related pain.
Radiation therapy can involve:
External Beam Radiation: During this procedure, the patient lies on a table while a machine directs radiation to specific points on the body
Hormone Therapy
Hormone therapy involves taking medications that influence hormone levels in the body. Hormone therapy may be an option if advanced endometrial cancer has been detected Apollo Lucknow offers the best possible hormonal treatment for cancer of the uterus as the evaluation and dosage are decided by an oncologist and therapy is done under the supervision of an oncologist-trained and experienced staff dedicated for cancer wing and options include:
- Medications to augment the levels of progesterone in the body
- Medications to decrease the levels of estrogen in the body
Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy uses chemicals to eradicate the cancer cells. Chemotherapy may be suggested for women with advanced or recurring endometrial cancer that has advanced beyond the uterus.
Apollo Hospital Lucknow has been a pioneer and has become one of the best hospitals in Lucknow & Uttar Pradesh for Uterus cancer and in introducing comprehensive screening protocols for early detection of uterus cancer. A suite of preventive health checks, advanced imaging & diagnosis techniques, has been an Apollo Lucknow hallmark.
As a forerunner in the treatment of Uterus cancer, Lucknow Apollo Hospitals has performed numerous surgeries and has established itself as one of the best centres for Uterus cancer treatment.
Apollo Lucknow represents the amalgamation of the finest talent, the best gynaecologist for the identification and management of Uterus cancer, the best cancer surgeon, oncoplastic surgeon, the latest equipment and deep expertise in combating Uterus cancer. The team uses the best of surgical procedures, radiation therapy, chemotherapy and hormonal therapy to deliver best-in-class clinical outcomes. Apollo LUCKNOW offers a high-end form of radiation oncology that has myriad advantages while treating Uterus Cancers. Due to precise targeting, radiation therapy reduces radiation to other nearby organs.
Doctor’s Profile
Obstetrics & Gynecology & Reproductive Medicine
12+ years ,
MD (Obstetrics & Gynaecology), DNB, Fellow-Minimally Invasive Gynaecological Surgeries Alumni AIIMS, New Delhi & KGMU, Lucknow
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