Cervical Cancer, Uterine Cancer and Bartholin’s Cyst

Cervical Cancer, Uterine Cancer and Bartholin’s Cyst have been in the news. Cervical Cancer is not the same as Uterine Cancer. Bartholin’s Cyst is also different from both of these gynecologic cancers.

Cervical Cancer

Cervical Cancer, Uterine Cancer and Bartholin’s CystWhat is cervical cancer?

Depending on the Source (DotS) the definition of cervical cancer may vary. In About Cervical Cancer the International Gynecological Cancer Society’s (IGCS) definition is:

“Cervical cancer occurs in the cells of the cervix — the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina”.

Cervical Cancer Signs and Symptoms

What are cervical cancer common signs and symptoms?

In Cervical Cancer: Signs and Symptoms the IGCS explain:

“Early-stage cervical cancer generally produces no signs or symptoms but may include:

  • Irregular blood spotting or light bleeding between periods in women of reproductive age
  • Postmenopausal spotting or bleeding
  • Bleeding after sexual intercourse
  • Increased vaginal discharge, sometimes foul smelling

Many women wait too long to seek medical help or may not have easy access to care. As cervical cancer advances, more severe symptoms may appear including:

  • Persistent back, leg or pelvic pain
  • Weight loss, fatigue, loss of appetite
  • Foul-smell discharge and vaginal discomfort
  • Swelling of a leg or both lower extremities”.

Uterine Cancer

Cervical Cancer, Uterine Cancer and Bartholin’s CystWhat is uterine cancer?

DotS the definition of uterine cancer may vary. In Uterine Cancer: Types of Uterine Cancer the IGCS’s definition is:

“Uterine cancer is a disease in which cancer cells form in the tissues of the uterus, also known as the womb”.

Uterine Cancer Signs and Symptoms

What are uterine cancer common signs and symptoms?

In Uterine Cancer: Signs and Symptoms the IGCS explain:

“These are the most common signs and symptoms of uterine/endometrial cancer. If you experience any of these signs, always talk to your doctor, especially if you have the risk factors.

  • Vaginal bleeding after menopause
  • Bleeding between periods
  • An abnormal watery or blood-tinged vaginal discharge
  • Pelvic pain or pressure”.

Bartholin’s Cyst

What is a Bartholin’s Cyst?

DotS the definition of a Bartholin’s Cyst may vary. In Bartholin’s Cyst [+ Image] the (United Kingdom) NHS’s definition is:

“A Bartholin’s cyst is a lump near the opening of the vagina. They do not always need treatment, but always get any lumps checked by a GP.

Bartholin’s cysts usually affect women aged between 20 and 50 years. They can affect anyone with a vagina”.

Where may I find an image of at a Bartholin’s Cyst?

You may find an image of a Bartholin’s Cyst in the (United States) Mayo Clinic’s Bartholin’s Cyst.

Tracking

Tracking or keeping a record of your menstrual periods and any unusual vaginal bleeding, pain and other symptoms can help you your health care provider work out what’s what and what’s not.

Health Care Provider

Is vaginal bleeding, other than your periods, normal?

No. It is important to get any vaginal bleeding, spotting or other symptoms that are not normal for you checked by your health care provider as soon as possible.

It can also be in your best interest not to assume that any symptoms you have are normal menopause symptoms.

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