Gynecological Cancer

A diagnosis of gynecological cancer can be devastating, but the truth is that most cancers of the female reproductive system can be treated effectively, even cured, if detected early. This is why it's important to have regular gynecological cancer screening tests. Stamford Hospital offers extensive gynecological cancer treatment options for women, including an on-staff gynecological oncologist and a commitment to multidisciplinary care in collaboration with the team at our Bennett Cancer Center.

Gynecologic cancers occur in a woman's reproductive organs, including the cervix, ovaries, uterus, fallopian tubes, vagina, and vulva. Causes of gynecological cancers include lifestyle and genetics and family history.

Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer typically has no signs or symptoms in its early stages, so the best way to ensure early detection is to have an annual gynecological exam. Cervical cancer is nearly always curable if detected early.

Uterine or Endometrial Cancer

Endometrial (uterine) cancer is the most common cancer of the female reproductive system.

Cancer of the Fallopian Tubes

Treatment for this rare cancer of the fallopian tubes is similar to that for ovarian cancer.

Ovarian Cancer

An estimated 25,000 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer each year. It's an extremely serious form of cancer but it is treatable when detected early. The symptoms of early stage ovarian cancer can be very subtle and include bloating, pelvic or abdominal pain, difficulty eating or feeling quickly full and urinary symptoms (urgency and frequency).

Vaginal Cancer

Another very rare female cancer is cancer of the vagina, which is most often found in women who also have cervical cancer. Vaginal cancer rarely produces early symptoms and is most often detected in a routine pelvic exam. Warning signs include unusual bleeding or discharge from the vagina, bleeding after intercourse, and pain or burning in the vagina or pelvic area.

Vulvar Cancer

Cancer of the vulva, the external folds of skin surrounding the opening of the vagina, is quite rare. Warning signs include itching of the vulva, a mass or lump in the vulvar area, and spotting or bleeding that is not related to menstruation.

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