Medical history for cancers of the female reproductive system
Your medical history will be considered in your treatment for cancer. Your doctor will ask you questions about:
- Any vaginal infections you have had and how those infections were treated.
- Any abnormal Pap tests you have had.
- Your family history of breast, ovarian, or other cancers.
- Other symptoms you may have, such as:
- Abnormal discharge from your vagina.
- Irregular menstrual cycles or bleeding after sex.
- Fever.
- Sores in your genital area or anywhere else on your body.
- Urinary problems, including frequent urination, burning or stinging with urination, or urinating in small amounts.
- Pain in your lower abdomen or pelvic area.
| Author: | Shannon Erstad, MBA/MPH Merrill Hayden | Last Updated: September 20, 2006 |
| Medical Review: | Joy Melnikow, MD, MPH - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine Kevin Holcomb, MD - Gynecologic Oncology | |
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