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- Symptoms and Signs of Gynecologic Cancer. The symptoms of gynecologic cancer vary depending on the type of cancer. Learn about these signs of gynecologic cancer by clicking on the links below. 1  Cervical cancer. 2  Uterine cancer. 3  Ovarian cancer. 4  Vaginal cancer.
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Gynecological cancers Symptoms and Causes Women with certain gynecological cancers (such as endometrial cancer) may lose enough blood from vaginal bleeding to cause anemia-a condition in which the blood is low in red blood cells. Anemia causes fatigue and shortness of breath.
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Gynecological cancers Symptoms and Causes Early-stage cervical cancer generally produces no signs or symptoms. Signs and symptoms of more-advanced cervical cancer include: Vaginal bleeding after intercourse, between periods or after menopause; Watery, bloody vaginal discharge that may be heavy and have a foul odor; Pelvic pain or pain during intercourse; When to see a doctor
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- This volume of literature consistently identified increased abdominal size, bloating, abdominal or pelvic pain, urinary frequency or urgency, change in appetite or feeling full, fatigue, change in bowel habit and gastrointestinal symptoms, such as indigestion, as symptoms of ovarian cancer.
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6 Common Cancers - Gynecologic Cancers Cervical, Endometrial, and Ovarian Endometrial cancer: Although the exact cause of endometrial cancer is unknown, increased levels of estrogen appear to have a role. Estrogen helps stimulate the buildup of the lining of the uterus. Ovarian cancer: This cancer usually occurs in women over age 50 but can affect younger women. It causes more deaths than any other cancer of the female reproductive system and is the leading cause of death from gynecologic cancer in the developed world. Its cause is unknown.
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Uterine Cancer: Symptoms and Signs Women with uterine cancer may experience the following symptoms or signs. Sometimes, women with uterine cancer do not show any of these symptoms. Or, these symptoms may be caused by a medical condition that is not cancer. The most common symptom of endometrial cancer is abnormal vaginal bleeding, ranging from a watery and blood-streaked flow to a flow that contains more blood. Vaginal bleeding during or after menopause is often a sign of a problem. 1  Unusual vaginal bleeding, spotting, or discharge. 2  For premenopausal women, menorrhagia, or abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB). 3  Difficulty or pain when urinating. 4  Pain during sexual intercourse.
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Cancer of the Uterus (Uterine Cancer or Endometrial Cancer) Before menopause, abnormal bleeding or vaginal discharge is not as likely to be a sign of endometrial cancer. They are usually signs of other conditions, such as hormone changes. Symptoms of more advanced endometrial cancer include: 1  Pain in the pelvic area.  A pelvic lump.
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- Before menopause, abnormal bleeding or vaginal discharge is not as likely to be a sign of endometrial cancer. They are usually signs of other conditions, such as hormone changes. Symptoms of more advanced endometrial cancer include: 1  Pain in the pelvic area.2  A pelvic lump. 3  Weight loss.ymptoms of more advanced endometrial cancer include: 1  Pain in the pelvic area. 2  A pelvic lump. 3  Weight loss.
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Cervical Cancer Treatment (PDQÂ®)âPatient Version These and other signs and symptoms may be caused by cervical cancer or by other conditions. 1  Check with your doctor if you have any of the following: 2  Vaginal bleeding (including bleeding after sexual intercourse). 3  Unusual vaginal discharge. 4  Pelvic pain. 5  Pain during sexual intercourse.
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- For women, typical symptoms of a small tumor include: 1  Irregular menstrual periods. 2  Lack of menstrual periods. 3  Low sex drive.  Painful intercourse (caused by vaginal 1  dryness) Problems with fertility.  Unusual production of breast milk.
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- Seven symptoms were found associated with ovarian cancer, including: 1  Abdominal distension. 2  Urinary frequency. 3  Abdominal pain.  Postmenopausal 1  bleeding. Loss of appetite.  Rectal 1  bleeding. Abdominal bloating.
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Symptoms of Cancer Cancer can cause many different symptoms. These are some of them: Skin changes, such as: A new mole or a change in an existing mole. A sore that does not heal. Breast changes, such as: Change in size or shape of the breast or nipple. Change in texture of breast skin. A thickening or lump on or under the skin.
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- Common uterine cancer symptoms include: Any type of vaginal bleeding during or after menopause. Vaginal bleeding between menstrual periods. Unusual vaginal bleeding, spotting or discharge. Pelvic pain or pressure. Pain during urination. Pain during sexual intercourse. Unexplained weight loss.
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- Other symptoms that affect some women with ovarian cancer include: 1  Fatigue. 2  Indigestion. 3  Back pain. 4  Pain with intercourse. 5  Constipation.
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Cervical Cancer (Cancer of the Cervix) 1 Precancerous changes in the cervix may be treated with cryosurgery, cauterization, or laser surgery. 2  The most common symptoms and signs of cervical cancer are abnormal vaginal bleeding, increased vaginal discharge, bleeding after going through menopause, pain during sex, and pelvic pain.
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Symptoms About vaginal cancer symptoms. It is rare to have symptoms if you have very early stage vaginal cancer or changes in the lining of the vagina called vaginal intraepithelial neoplasia (VAIN). As many as 20 women in 100 (20%) diagnosed with vaginal cancer don’t have symptoms at all.t is rare to have symptoms if you have very early stage vaginal cancer or changes in the lining of the vagina called vaginal intraepithelial neoplasia (VAIN) . Your doctor or nurse may pick up signs of VAIN or very early vaginal cancer during routine cervical screening.
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Cervical Cancer (Cancer of the Cervix) Precancerous changes in the cervix may be treated with cryosurgery, cauterization, or laser surgery. The most common symptoms and signs of cervical cancer are abnormal vaginal bleeding, increased vaginal discharge, bleeding after going through menopause, pain during sex, and. pelvic pain.
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Uterine cancer Patient Comments Read 13 Comments Share Your Story. By far, the most common symptom of endometrial carcinoma is abnormal bleeding from the vagina. 1  In women who have been through menopause, any vaginal bleeding is abnormal and should be evaluated by a doctor.
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- What Cervical Cancer Survivors said about their Cancer Symptoms. 1  I had spotting at first, which I ignored, until bleeding was heavier, especially during sex, I also started gaining weight..when I was always little. 2  Heavy bleeding during intercourse, irregular periods, pelvic pain, lower back pain, fatigue.
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- Vagina cancer: Symptom Checkers. Review the available symptom checkers for these symptoms of Vagina cancer: 1  Abnormal vaginal bleeding -- Symptom Checker. 2  Painful sexual intercourse -- Symptom Checker. 3  Bladder symptoms -- Symptom Checker. 4  Frequent urination -- Symptom Checker. 5  Bladder pain -- Symptom Checker.
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Symptoms Less common symptoms include pain in the lower abdomen (tummy) and pain during sex. If womb cancer reaches a more advanced stage, it may cause additional symptoms. These include: 1  pain in the back, legs, or pelvis. 2  loss of appetite.  tiredness.
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Gynecological cancers Symptoms and Causes Signs and symptoms of more-advanced cervical cancer include: 1  Vaginal bleeding after intercourse, between periods or after menopause. 2  Watery, bloody vaginal discharge that may be heavy and have a foul odor.  Pelvic pain or pain during intercourse.
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Cervical cancer But you may have symptoms if those cell changes grow into cervical cancer. Symptoms of cervical cancer may include: 1  Bleeding from the vagina that is not normal, such as bleeding between menstrual periods, after sex, or after menopause. 2  Pain in the lower belly or pelvis. 3  Pain during sex.
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What Are the Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer? Gynecologic cancer symptoms diaries. Ovarian cancer may cause the following signs and symptoms—. Vaginal bleeding (particularly if you are past menopause), or discharge from your vagina that is not normal for you. Pain or pressure in the pelvic area. Abdominal or back pain.
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NTCS FREE NURSING ONLINE REVIEW Cancer symptoms will vary depending on the location and part of the body affected by cancer. Some common symptoms may include: 1  Change in bowel or bladder habits (constipation, diarrhea etc). 2  Blood in urine or feces. 3  Abdominal pain. 4  Difficulty breathing. 5  Lameness. 6  Lethargy. 7  Loss of appetite. 8  Lumps, bumps, crusty lesions on any part of the body.
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Signs and Symptoms of Endometrial Cancer There are a few symptoms that may point to endometrial cancer, but some are more common as this cancer becomes advanced. About 90% of women diagnosed with endometrial cancer have abnormal vaginal bleeding, such as a change in their periods or bleeding between periods or after menopause.
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- 1 Cancer symptoms and signs depend on the specific type and grade of cancer; general signs and symptoms are not very specific but are as follows: fatigue, weight loss, pain, skin changes, change in bowel or bladder function, unusual bleeding, persistent cough or voice change, fever, lumps, or tissue masses. Cancer symptoms and signs depend on the specific type and grade of cancer; general signs and symptoms are not very specific but are as follows: fatigue, weight loss, pain, skin changes, change in bowel or bladder function, unusual bleeding, persistent cough or voice change, fever, lumps, or tissue masses.