“The five types of gynecologic cancers are
ovarian, endometrial/uterine,
cervical, vulvar and vaginal cancer”.1
Umbrella
What may the Gynecologic Cancers Umbrella include?
Depending on the Source (DotS) this Umbrella may include:
- Gynecologic/Gynaecological Cancer/s
- Women’s Cancer/s
Cancer
What is cancer?
DotS the definition of cancer may vary. The (United States) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) definition is:
“Cancer is a disease in which abnormal cells in the body grow out of control. Cancer is usually named for the part of the body where it starts, even if it spreads to other body parts later”.2
Gynecologic Cancer
What is gynecologic cancer?
DotS the definition of gynecologic cancer may vary. The (United States) National Cancer Institute’s definition is:
Cancer of the female reproductive tract, including the cervix, endometrium, fallopian tubes, ovaries, uterus, and vagina”.3
The CDC’s definition is:
In Women’s Cancers (Gynaecological Cancer) the (United Kingdom) Cancer Research UK’s definition is:
Types
What are the five main gynecologic cancers?
In Gynecologic Cancer Basics the (United States) Foundation for Women’s Cancers note:
Same or Not
Are the signs and symptoms the same for everyone and each gynecologic cancer?
No. In Gynecologic Cancers: Basic Information – What Are the Symptoms? the CDC explain:
Common Symptoms of Gynecologic Cancers
What are common symptoms of gynecologic cancer?
In Gynecologic Cancers: Basic Information – What Are the Symptoms? Common Symptoms of Gynecologic Cancers the CDC note:
- “Abnormal vaginal bleeding or discharge is common on all gynecologic cancers except vulvar cancer.
- Feeling full too quickly or difficulty eating, bloating, and abdominal or back pain are common for ovarian cancer.
- Pelvic pain or pressure is common for ovarian and uterine cancers.
- More frequent or urgent need to urinate and/or constipation are common for ovarian and vaginal cancers.
- Itching, burning, pain, or tenderness of the vulva, and changes in vulva color or skin, such as a rash, sores, or warts, are found only in vulvar cancer”.8
Pap Test
Does the Pap Test screen for all the gynecologic cancers?
No. In Gynecologic Cancers: Basic Information About Gynecological Cancers the CDC elaborate on:
Risk
How may women reduce their risk for gynecologic cancer?
In Gynecologic Cancers: Basic Information – What Can I Do To Reduce My Risk? Recognize the Warning Signs the CDC note:
Health Care Provider
What if I have funny tummy symptoms?
If you have funny tummy symptoms it may be in your best interest to choose to talk to your health care provider about this. In Gynecologic Cancers: Basic Information – What Are the Symptoms? the CDC explain:
You should also see a doctor if you have any other warning signs that last for two weeks or longer and are not normal for you. Symptoms may be caused by something other than cancer, but the only way to know is to see a doctor”.11
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- Foundationforwomencancer.org [Foundation for Women’s Cancer, United States]
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- Endometrial Cancer
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- Endometrial/Uterine Cancer
- European Menopause and Andropause Society (EMAS) and International Gynecologic Cancer Society (IGCS) Position Statement on Managing the Menopause After Gynecologic Cancer : Focus on Menopause Symptoms and Osteoporosis
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- Foundationforwomencancer.org [Foundation for Women’s Cancer, United States]
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- Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
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- Hysterectomy
- Hysterectomy Awareness: May Is Hysterectomy Awareness Month
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- Uterine Cancer–Patient Version [+ Image]
- Vaginal Cancer
- Vaginal Cancer
- Vaginal Cancer
- Vaginal Cancer
- Vaginal Cancer
- Vaginal Cancer–Patient Version
- Vaginal and Vulval Cancers
- Vaginal and Vulval Cancers: Basic Information About Vaginal and Vulval Cancer
- Vaginal and Vulval Cancers: What Are the Risk Factors?
- Vaginal and Vulval Cancers: What Are the Symptoms?
- Vaginal and Vulval Cancers: What Can I Do To Reduce My Risk?
- Video Series-2022: Irregular Menstrual Cycles What’s Normal and What’s Abnormal?
- Videos About Gynecologic Cancers: “Under the Paper Gown” With Amber Ruffin
- Videos and Podcasts: Videos – Interviews: How Do I Deal With the Menopause After A Diagnosis of Gynaecological Cancer
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- Vulval Cancer
- Vulvar Cancer
- Vulvar Cancer
- Vulvar Cancer
- Vulvar Cancer–Patient Version [+ Image]
- Webinars: Previous – Abnormal Uterine Bleeding In Perimenopausal and Postmenopausal Women
- Welcome To Heredity Cancer Matters
- Womb Cancer
- Womb Cancer
- Womb Cancer
- Women’s Cancers (Gynaecological Cancer)
- Women’s Wellness: 3 Tips for Gynecologic Cancer Awareness
- Women’s Wellness: Obesity Increases Endometrial Cancer Risk
- Women’s Wellness: Sexual Health After Cancer Treatment [+ Video]
- World Cancer Day [04 February 2023]
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- Gynecologic Cancer Basics. National Foundation for Women’s Cancer https://www.foundationforwomenscancer.org/gynecologic-cancers/gynecologic-cancer-basics/ Accessed: 26 May 2023
- Gynecologic Cancers: Ovarian Cancer – Basic Information About Ovarian Cancer. Last Reviewed: 31 August 2022. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/ovarian/basic_info/index.htm Accessed: 26 May 2023
- NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms: Gynecologic Cancer. National Cancer Institute https://www.cancer.gov/dictionary?cdrid=45982 Accessed: 26 May 2023
- Gynecologic Cancers: Basic Information – What Is Gynecologic Cancer? Last Reviewed: 30 August 2022. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/gynecologic/basic_info/what-is-gynecologic-cancer.htm Accessed: 26 May 2023
- Women’s Cancers (Gynaecological Cancer). Last Reviewed: 10 February 2022. Cancer Research UK https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/type/women/ Accessed: 26 May 2023
- Gynecologic Cancer Basics. National Foundation for Women’s Cancer https://www.foundationforwomenscancer.org/gynecologic-cancers/gynecologic-cancer-basics/ Accessed: 26 May 2023
- Gynecologic Cancers: Basic Information – What Are the Symptoms? Last Reviewed: 30 August 2022. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/gynecologic/basic_info/symptoms.htm Accessed: 26 May 2023
- Gynecologic Cancers: Basic Information – What Are the Symptoms? Common Symptoms of Gynecologic Cancers. Last Reviewed: 30 August 2022. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/gynecologic/basic_info/symptoms.htm Accessed: 26 May 2023
- Gynecologic Cancers: Basic Information About Gynecologic Cancers. Last Reviewed: 30 August 2022. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/gynecologic/basic_info/index.htm Accessed: 26 May 2023
- Gynecologic Cancers: Basic Information – What Can I Do To Reduce My Risk? Recognize the Warning Signs. Last Reviewed: 30 August 2022. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/gynecologic/basic_info/prevention.htm Accessed: 26 May 2023
- Gynecologic Cancers: Basic Information – What Are the Symptoms? Last Reviewed: 16 August 2021. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/gynecologic/basic_info/symptoms.htm Accessed: 26 May 2023