Understanding the Symptoms, Causes, Treatment, and Prevention of Endometrial Cancer

Understanding the Symptoms, Causes, and

Treatment and Prevention of Endometrial Cancer

When people think of cancers of the female reproductive organs, many

think of cervical cancer, but ovarian cancer and endometrial cancer

are also cancers of the female reproductive organs that can threaten women.

Together with cervical cancer, these are considered among the three major

gynecological cancers and are cancers that require women’s attention. Gynecological cancer refers to all malignant tumors that develop in the female

reproductive organs: the uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, vagina, and vulva.

Today, among gynecological cancers, we will look at what causes endometrial

cancer, its symptoms, and how to treat and prevent those symptoms.

If vaginal bleeding occurs when it is not your menstrual period, or if bleeding

occurs after menopause, endometrial cancer may be one of the conditions to

consider.

The endometrium is the tissue that forms the inner lining of the uterus where

an embryo implants during pregnancy, and it is also the area that sheds

during menstruation and comes out with blood.

Endometrial cancer is cancer that develops in this endometrium. It is a disease

in which the endometrial tissue, which lines the inside of the uterus like skin,

abnormally proliferates excessively.

The likelihood of developing endometrial cancer is relatively high after

menopause, and with increased life expectancy, the incidence of cancer in

older adults is rising.

As for the cause of endometrial cancer, nothing has been clearly established,

but it is known that the risk is higher when estrogen levels, the female hormone,

are high.

As exposure to estrogen increases or the period of exposure becomes longer,

the risk of developing the disease may rise. Early menarche or late menopause

may increase the likelihood of developing it.

Westernized eating habits can also affect symptoms. The risk of endometrial

cancer increases in cases of obesity, diabetes, or polycystic ovary syndrome.

Symptoms of endometrial cancer include abnormal uterine bleeding. If a small

amount of bleeding continues for a long period after menopause, the risk of

endometrial cancer should be considered.

In addition, early symptoms may include heavy menstrual bleeding, vaginal

bleeding after intercourse, and increased vaginal discharge.

In addition to abnormal vaginal bleeding, if endometrial cancer has spread to

other organs, it may be accompanied by lower abdominal pain or tenderness,

blood in the urine, and frequent urination.

As such, the symptoms of endometrial cancer can appear in various ways, and

because early detection and treatment are important, it is essential to get

a medical examination if you have suspicious symptoms.

To treat endometrial cancer, surgery is performed. Total hysterectomy and

oophorectomy are carried out, and radiation therapy and chemotherapy may be

performed after surgery.

It is important to make an effort to prevent symptoms and maintain uterine

health in daily life. It is good to receive regular gynecological checkups,

and you should maintain an appropriate weight through regular exercise.

In addition, it is advisable to reduce instant foods, eat enough fruits and

vegetables, and reduce exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals, which may

help support the health of the female reproductive organs.

Today, we looked at the symptoms and causes of endometrial cancer, as well as

how to treat and prevent the symptoms. Please refer to the information above.