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Uterine Cancer Symptoms

Uterine cancer symptoms usually occur after menopause, however, it is possible to experience some signs and symptoms at a younger age. The most common of the uterine cancer symptoms experienced by women is vaginal bleeding, of which there are varying degrees. Bleeding can range from light spotting to a heavy flow of bleeding that can be extremely problematic. Since most women with uterine cancer are post-menopausal, vaginal bleeding is one of the easiest uterine cancer symptoms to recognize because it can easily be differentiated from a menstrual cycle. A foul-smelling vaginal discharge may accompany the vaginal bleeding. Some women wrongfully believe that the vaginal bleeding is a normal part of menopause. Although a woman should consult a doctor immediately after experiencing any uterine cancer symptoms, they can often be overlooked. 


Uterine cancer symptoms also include pain and discomfort around the vagina or pelvic region. Not all women will experience the same level of pain while performing the same activities. Some women will feel pain while urinating, others while having sexual intercourse, and some will experience general pelvic pain throughout the day. Some rarer symptoms of uterine cancer include weakness, fever, fatigue, and weight loss. Endometrial stromal sarcoma tumors cause similar symptoms as other uterine cancers with the addition of possible pelvic swelling.

Symptoms of uterine cancer may not present themselves at all until the cancer has spread and reached a higher stage. Generally, benign tumors do not offer as many uterine cancer as more dangerous, cancerous tumors will. Any symptoms experienced should serve as a warning to women to have their pelvis checked at a gynecologist. A simple pap smear may show there are complication in the pelvic region, which will prompt further testing. Catching uterine cancer early on is the best way to stop it from becoming fatal. Any woman that has had uterine cancer removed should monitor recurring symptoms of uterine cancer and have regular exams. Simply because uterine cancer symptoms are not noticed by the woman, does not necessarily indicate that no disease is present. Symptoms of uterine cancer can often be mild and easily overlooked. Only imaging tests and biopsies will truly tell if uterine cancer is present. Uterine cancer has proven that it is likely to come back among women that have previously been diagnosed with the disease.

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