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ENDOMETRIAL CANCER?
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ENDOMETRIAL
CANCER?
Blood cancer
Thyroid cancer
Uterine cancer
Breast cancer
Endometrial cancer is a type of ________.
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Oops, that’s not the correct answer. Endometrial cancer is a type of uterine cancer that occurs in the lining of the uterus (the endometrium), and accounts for 90% of all uterine cancer cases. Although it's the most common type of gynecologic cancer, it remains under-recognized.
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That's right. Endometrial cancer is a type of uterine cancer that occurs in the lining of the uterus (the endometrium), and accounts for 90% of all uterine cancer cases. Although it's the most common type of gynecologic cancer, it remains under-recognized.
All of the above
Pelvic pain or pressure
Irregular or heavy bleeding before menopause
Abnormal vaginal bleeding, spotting, or brownish discharge after menopause
Which of these are potential symptoms of endometrial cancer?
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That's right. Symptoms of endometrial cancer can include: • Abnormal vaginal bleeding, spotting, or brownish discharge after menopause • Irregular or heavy bleeding before menopause • Pelvic pain or pressure Although these symptoms aren’t all of the signs —and having just one of these symptoms is not necessarily indicative of endometrial cancer—they are some of the common signs. These could easily be overlooked or mistaken for other conditions, so it’s important to talk to your doctor about any symptoms of concern as soon as they arise.
Oops, that’s not the correct answer. Symptoms of endometrial cancer can include: • Abnormal vaginal bleeding, spotting, or brownish discharge after menopause • Irregular or heavy bleeding before menopause • Pelvic pain or pressure Although these symptoms aren’t all of the signs —and having just one of these symptoms is not necessarily indicative of endometrial cancer—they are some of the common signs. These could easily be overlooked or mistaken for other conditions, so it’s important to talk to your doctor about any symptoms of concern as soon as they arise.
You may be at risk of developing endometrial cancer if you have which of the following in your personal health history?
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That's right. There are a number of personal health history factors that may contribute to the risk of developing endometrial cancer, such as obesity, a history of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), type 2 diabetes, being post-menopausal, and having a high-fat diet. Talk to your doctor if you think you’re exhibiting symptoms and also have any of these risk factors—or think you’re exhibiting symptoms.
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
A high-fat diet
Obesity
Oops, that’s not the correct answer. There are a number of personal health history factors that may contribute to the risk of developing endometrial cancer, such as obesity, a history of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), type 2 diabetes, being post-menopausal, and having a high-fat diet. Talk to your doctor if you think you’re exhibiting symptoms and also have any of these risk factors—or think you’re exhibiting symptoms.
None of the above
The Asian American and Pacific Islander community
The Hispanic and Latinx communities
The incidence and mortality rates of endometrial cancer continue to rise— particularly among communities of color. Which community is disproportionately affected by endometrial cancer?
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The Black community
That's right. It’s important to know that endometrial cancer can affect people of every race and ethnicity. However, the Black community has been disproportionately affected by endometrial cancer. Research has found that Black women are more likely to have rare but aggressive types of endometrial cancer, and only 53% of Black women with endometrial cancer receive a diagnosis when the cancer is still at an early stage, when it is most treatable. If you think you have any of the potential symptoms or risk factors for endometrial cancer, talk to your doctor.
Oops, that’s not the correct answer. It’s important to know that endometrial cancer can affect people of every race and ethnicity. However, the Black community has been disproportionately affected by endometrial cancer. Research has found that Black women are more likely to have rare but aggressive types of endometrial cancer, and only 53% of Black women with endometrial cancer receive a diagnosis when the cancer is still at an early stage, when it is most treatable. If you think you have any of the potential symptoms or risk factors for endometrial cancer, talk to your doctor.
Mutations or changes in the PTEN gene, or a condition called Cowden syndrome
A family history of uterine cancer
Which of the following hereditary and genetic factors can potentially increase the risk of developing endometrial cancer?
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Oops, that’s not the correct answer. There are a variety of hereditary and genetic factors that can add to the risk of developing endometrial cancer, like a family history of colorectal cancer that is linked to Lynch syndrome, or an inherited PTEN mutation, called Cowden syndrome. Genetic counseling and genetic testing can give you information about how genetic conditions might affect you or your family, so talk to your doctor about exploring this option if you have concerns about any of these risk factors.
A personal or family history of Lynch syndrome
That's right. There are a variety of hereditary and genetic factors that can add to the risk of developing endometrial cancer, like a family history of colorectal cancer that is linked to Lynch syndrome, or an inherited PTEN mutation, called Cowden syndrome. Genetic counseling and genetic testing can give you information about how genetic conditions might affect you or your family, so talk to your doctor about exploring this option if you have concerns about any of these risk factors.
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By speaking openly about gynecologic health with our friends, family, and loved ones, we may help spot the signs of EC in its early stages, when it may be more treatable. It’s important to talk to your doctor right away if you are experiencing any symptoms of concern—especially if you might be at higher risk due to ethnic background, genetic factors or family history. If you discover you have genetic risk factors or a family history, it’s also important to discuss this with other family members who may be impacted.
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