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Did you know Uterine Cancer is the sixth most common type of cancer among women around the world? Have you ever wondered if you are well aware of the possible reasons, precautions and treatment for Uterine Cancer? Well, if you are a woman aged between 40 to 60, there is a high chance of you getting this life-threatening disease.
The risk of Uterine Cancers grows as you age and in the majority of cases happens after menopause. The signs of Uterine cancer are hard to catch as they are like any other regular lifestyle change symptoms. Due to the lack of awareness, less advancement in cancer screening tests and financial instability amongst patients, India is still lagging in covering the gap. However, if women are aware of the changes and signs from day one, they can get early diagnosis and treatment before reaching any advanced state.
So if you are a woman or any individual surrounded by women aged between 40-60, you must be well informed about the causes, symptoms and treatments of Uterine cancer. On that note, Keep reading and let us answer all your possible questions related to Uterine Cancer:
Uterine cancer, also known as Uterine Cancer or womb cancer, happens when an abnormal cancer cell grows in the muscle tissue or inner lining of the uterus. In general, this cancer is described in two types: Endometrial Cancer or Uterine Sarcomas. However, cases of Endometrial cancer are much more active than Uterine Sarcomas.
The cause of Uterine Cancer is not very defined or something that can be prevented for any individual. The generally reported causes of uterine cancer are:
● Early age menstrual cycle
● Delays Menopause
● Lifestyle diseases like hypertension, diabetes, thyroid, etc.
● Obesity or poor weight management
● History of Ovarian Disease
● History of fertility issues
● Hormone replacement therapy
● Family history of Breast cancer or any gynecological cancer
● Poor diet or lifestyle habits
The symptoms of Uterine cancer at an early stage are subtle and hard to detect as they are mostly related to regular lifestyle changes or hormonal imbalances. However, eyeing the below-given statement at an early stage can help you get an early diagnosis screening:
● Vaginal Bleeding post menopause
● White vaginal discharge post menopause
● Light blood spotting
● Pelvis or lower abdominal pain
Surgery: Surgery is the first-hand and most considered treatment option for Uterine Cancer. In this procedure, the uterus tumour or tissue is removed through surgery. This can range from a Hysterectomy surgery to a minimally invasive surgery based on the status of the infected area.
Chemotherapy: This therapy is performed with the help of powerful drugs. These drugs are given to the patients either orally or injected into their veins. People who don’t want to face any surgical consequences can opt for chemotherapy.
Radiation Therapy: A non-surgical treatment option, Radiation therapy is performed on the patients through strong powerful radiation beams of X-ray machines. These rays either shrink or kill the cancerous cells present in the uterus.
Targeted Therapy: Starting with this therapy requires you to go through some specific tests first. This therapy is almost similar to chemotherapy as it also contains the use of strong medicines.
Uterine cancer is a harmful disease that negatively affects millions of women around the globe. However, with the right professional assistance, you can get an early diagnosis and accurate treatment. Dr. Piyusha Kulshrestha is a qualified radiation oncologist in Delhi NCR, specializing in Cancer, Radiation Oncology, and Truebeam Linac. With 20+ years of experience in performing strenuous procedures such as IMRT, IGRT, SRT, SRS and CyberKnife surgeries, she is someone you can blindly rely on.