Surgery is the best option when Endometrial  Cancer (Uterine Cancer) is diagnosed in its very early stages. At this time, the location and the stage of cancer make removal easy. Sometimes patients are treated with a combination of surgery and radiation therapy.

Hysterectomy

Almost all women with Endometrial  cancer (except those with advanced or stage IV) are treated with a hysterectomy. They may also receive additional treatment. A simple hysterectomy involves the removal of the uterus, making the woman unable to have children. In a procedure known as bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy, both ovaries, the fallopian tubes and the uterus are removed. This may be necessary because Endometrial  cancer often spreads to the ovaries first.

Radiation Therapy

Can be used. Sometimes radioactive pellets are placed inside the body near the tumor. This is called brachytherapy or internal radiation therapy. Fatigue, upset stomach, diarrhea and nausea are also common complaints of women having radiation therapy.

Chemotherapy

Uses anticancer drugs to kill the cancer cells. The drugs are given orally or intravenously. They enter the bloodstream and can travel to all parts of the body to kill cancer cells. Generally, a combination of drugs is given since it is more effective than a single drug in treating cancer. Side effects of this treatment include stomach upset, vomiting, appetite loss, hair loss, mouth or vaginal sores, fatigue, menstrual cycle changes and premature menopause.

Hormonal Therapy

Uses drugs like progesterone that will slow the growth of Endometrial  cells. These drugs are usually available as pills. This therapy is usually reserved for women with advanced or recurrent disease.

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Uterine (Endometrial) cancer is the most common gynecologic cancer (i.e., cancer that originates in female reproductive system). It develops in the body of the uterus, or womb, Endometrial  cancer  (Uterine Cancer) is most common after the reproductive years, between the ages of 60 and 70. Endometrial  cancer is sometimes called uterine cancer, but there are other cells in the uterus that can become cancerous — such as muscle or myometrial cells.

Endometrial  cancer (Uterine Cancer) is often detected at an early stage because it frequently produces vaginal bleeding between menstrual periods or after menopause. If discovered early, this slow-growing cancer is likely to be confined to the uterus. Removing the uterus surgically often eliminates all of the cancer. In fact, stage than 90 percent of the time.

Common Endometrial  Cancer (Uterine Cancer) Symptoms :

Endometrial  Cancer (Uterine Cancer)symptoms are often what prompt women to seek medical attention. Most of the time, it remains silent until it has spread to nearby tissues and organs.

1. Abnormal bleeding- heavy bleeding between periods, or heavy bleeding during irregular periods
2. pain during sexual intercourse
3. Pelvic pain or pain in the legs or back
4. Difficulty urinating or pain during urination
5. Enlarged uterus found upon medical exam
6. Vaginal discharge that can be thick or watery; pink or brown; and foul smelling
7. Unexpected weight loss

Diagnosis of Endometrial  Cancer (Uterine Cancer)

1. The doctor performs a pelvic exam, checking the vagina, uterus, ovaries, bladder, and rectum for Endometrial  Cancer (Uterine Cancer).
2. The Pap test is often performed during a pelvic exam Endometrial  Cancer (Uterine Cancer).
3. A biopsy is necessary to help the doctor make a diagnosis.
4. Dilation and curettage (D&C), which is usually same-day surgery done in a hospital with anesthesia.