Cancer can arise in any position of the body, which forms improper cell growth and division. In mostly 60% of the women, there will be a chance of both breast and gynecological cancer. If cancer rises in any reproductive part such as ovaries, cervix and uterus inner wall. Doctors suggest regular checkups and screenings as it is a great initiative in prevention.
Most common cancer is cervical cancer in women across the globe as women are dying every 8 minutes with cervical cancer. Every year about 1.5 lakh new cases are being reported. Mostly in urban areas of India, ovarian and uterine cancer are the fastest-raising cancers. In this blog, you will be aware of the cancers that arise in the reproductive system and its detailed facts to be aware of.
What Types Of Cancers Are Linked To Gynecologic?
Gynecologic cancers promoted in different organs are of seven types. They are:
Cancer In Cervix: When the cells get mutated in or outside of the cervix. By performing pap smear tests we can easily identify the cell’s abnormality. By routine examination we can prevent this cancer. The pivotal treatment used for this cancer is surgery, while radiation therapy and immunotherapy are also beneficial.
Cancer In Vulvar: When the cancer arises outside the female genitals. This cancer can be prevented by vaccination (HPV).
Cancer In Uterus Or In The Inner Lining: In this cancer the cells will grow fast and also spread to the inner lining of the uterus (endometrial). It can be mostly treated by using operation sometimes, chemo, radiation and immune therapies can be used as treatment.
Cancer In Vagina: This cancer is rare and is formed in the inner walls of vagina. This can be prevented by HPV vaccination.
Cancer In Ovarian: This cancer may occur in different types. This can be treated with surgery along with the chemo. Mostly it occurs in the stromal, germ and epithelial area.
Gestational Trophoblastic Disease: It rises in the placenta where it should be in normal pregnancy. It can be easily treatable and have healthy pregnancies further.
Peritoneal Cancer:This cancer is related to the ovarian type, where te cells grow in peritoneum leads to cancer. It produces signs of warning that can be treated by removal of ovaries.
Will All Gynaecologic Cancer Show Symptoms:
Symptoms may vary from woman to women.There are some symptoms like bloating, pain in abdomen and back, feeling full after having food may be symptoms not only for cancer but also for other diseases. For different gynecological cancers there are different types of symptoms. For ovarian cancer there will be abnormal bleeding, constipation and pain and pressure etc. When there is irregular bleeding or periods it may be due to cervical cancer is also known as “Silent killer”. If you observe any other signs kindly meet the best doctor and get examined.
What Is The Risk Of Getting Gynecological Cancers?
There may be many reasons for getting cancers. There is no specific reason. Each type will have a different risk of getting it.
- Mostly by HPV infections, it causes many types of gynecological cancers. It is the most common virus that will be transmitted through sexual. It may cause cervical,vaginal and vulvar cancers. The HPV vaccination helps from the risk of these three cancers.
- People with a history of cancer or genetic alteration should take special precautions.
How Far We Protect From Gynecological Cancers?
- It’s hard to tell for specific preventive measures for gynecological cancers. Some personal hygiene steps can lower the risk.
- Be alert if there is any bleeding abnormality from the vagina lasting for more than two weeks. Though it might be a sign of cancer, consulting a doctor to get further examination is the only way.
- Healthy lifestyle of avoiding smoking and consumption of alcohol. Eating fresh vegetables and fruits with regular exercises and yoga is a great approach. Most importantly, having safe sex is crucial.
- Get Vaccinated with HPV at the age between 11-12 years of age. It can prevent various types of cancer that is related to it.
- Pap smear test is used to detect many types of cancers. It can also detect the pre cancerous abnormalities. It is used to diagnose cervical cancer. This can be done even if the HPV vaccination is taken.
What Are The Therapies To Be Carried Out?
Various cancer types and combinations have different treatments. Based on the stage and type where the cancer is detected treatment may varies:
By surgery, most of the cancerous cells can be removed. This procedure depends on the stage, type and health of the patient.
The drugs are used by the doctors to stop or slow the growth of cancer cells, but it may show effect on normal cells too. These are chemo drugs.
High energy rays are given to the patient to slow down the cancer growth. These radiation therapy may cause severe side effects. It will not hurt while doing these procedures.
If you observe any abnormalities such as bleeding irregularly, abdominal pain, back pain, bloating, pelvic pain, itching and burning sensation at vulva, color change near vulva, bathroom habit change etc. Meet the best doctors for early detection of disease and treatment.
When To Take Pap Smear Test?
Pap smear is done at the age 21-29 years if everything looks normal. You have to perform a paps test after 3 years. HPV test is done and looks normal, you can perform it after 5 years. The co-testing which means both HPV and Pap smear if everything looks normal then perform these tests after 5 years. The screening for cervical cancer can be stopped at the age after 65 years.
For further details about the reproductive parts and its cancers you may call us to, PUNARJAN AYURVEDA HOSPITALS. Kindly don’t feel shy to talk about the problem about private or reproductive parts. It’s our pleasure to have a discussion with you. Perform routine checkups and tests that help us with the early diagnosis and best treatment at an early stage. HPV vaccination is most important to prevent several cancers.