Endometrial (Uterine) Cancer
When To Call a Doctor
Schedule an appointment with your doctor if you have:
- Abnormal vaginal bleeding or discharge, especially if it occurs after menopause.
- Difficult or painful urination.
- Pain during intercourse.
- Pain in the pelvic area.
- Irregular bleeding that continues for 3 months or more while taking hormone therapy.
Symptoms of endometrial cancer can be mistaken for those of another condition, such as endometriosis.
Watchful Waiting
If you are concerned about your symptoms or think you may have an increased risk for endometrial cancer, call and make an appointment with your doctor.
Watchful waiting is not appropriate if you have symptoms that do not go away.
Who To See
Health professionals who can evaluate your symptoms and your risk for endometrial cancer include:
- Family medicine physicians.
- General practitioners.
- Gynecologists.
- Internists.
- Nurse practitioners.
- Physician assistants.
Doctors who can manage your cancer treatment include:
To prepare for your appointment, see the topic Making the Most of Your Appointment.
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| Author: | Bets Davis, MFA | Last Updated: November 26, 2008 |
| Medical Review: | Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine Kevin Holcomb, MD - Gynecologic Oncology | |
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