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Endometrial cancer
Endometrial cancer
Endometrial cancer is a type of uterine cancer and is the most common gynecologic cancer (which includes cancer of the uterus, cervix, ovaries, vulva, vagina and fallopian tubes). It develops from the abnormal growth of cells in the inner lining of the uterus, called the endometrium.
Common endometrial cancer symptoms
Most of the women diagnosed with endometrial cancer—about 90 percent, according to the American Cancer Society—experience abnormal vaginal bleeding patterns, such as between periods or after menopause. Other symptoms may include:
- Abnormal, non-bloody vaginal discharge
- Pelvic pain or cramping
- Unexplained weight loss
- A tumor or mass
These symptoms may also appear in non-cancerous conditions. There is no screening test designed to detect endometrial cancer, and it is often missed by Pap tests, so it is important to consult a doctor about any abnormalities for a proper diagnosis.