Endometrial Cancer

About- Endometrial cancer also called uterine cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the lining of the uterus (endometrium).
Symptoms-
Endometrial cancer Abnormal vaginal bleeding
Endometrial cancer Abnormal vaginal discharge
Endometrial cancer Fatigue
Endometrial cancer Nausea
Endometrial cancer Painful intercourse
Endometrial cancer Painful urination
Endometrial cancer Pelvic pain
Endometrial cancer Unintended weight loss
 
Causes-
The actual reason is not clear but it occurs probably due to genetic mutation within cells in the lining of the uterus (endometrium).
 
Risk Factors

Endometrial cancer A family history of endometrial, colorectal, or breast cancer
Endometrial cancer A history of infertility, or irregular periods
Endometrial cancer Diabetes
Endometrial cancer Fluctuations in the balance of female hormones like estrogen and progesterone
Endometrial cancer Have few or no children
Endometrial cancer High blood pressure
Endometrial cancer Hormone therapy for breast cancer
Endometrial cancer Inherited Lynch syndrome
Endometrial cancer Obesity
Endometrial cancer Older age
Endometrial cancer Polycystic ovary syndrome
Endometrial cancer Starting menstruation at an early age (before age 12) or beginning menopause later 

Specialists to visit
Oncologist Gynecologist and Obstetrician

Oncologist Oncologist
Oncologist Radiation Oncologist

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References-
https://en.wikipedia.org
https://www.mayoclinic.org
https://www.healthline.com
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com
https://www.acog.org
https://www.cancer.org
https://www.webmd.com
https://www.cancer.gov

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