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By Mayo Clinic staffMost cases of endometrial cancer develop in postmenopausal women, whose periods have stopped. The first clue that something is wrong may be abnormal vaginal bleeding.
Signs and symptoms of endometrial cancer may include:
- Any bleeding after menopause
- Prolonged periods or bleeding between periods
- An abnormal, nonbloody discharge from your vagina
- Pelvic pain
- Pain during intercourse
- Unintended weight loss
When to see a doctor
Because endometrial cancer is more likely to be cured the earlier it's detected, see your doctor if you experience any signs or symptoms of the disease — including vaginal bleeding or discharge not related to your periods, pelvic pain or pain during intercourse. Many of the same symptoms may be associated with noncancerous (benign) conditions, such as vaginal infections, uterine fibroids or uterine polyps. But it's very important to bring them to the attention of your doctor.
If you're at increased risk of endometrial cancer, talk with your doctor about what screening tests might be appropriate for you. If you have had endometrial cancer, your doctor should outline a regular follow-up program to watch for possible recurrence.
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- Endometrial cancer treatment (PDQ). National Cancer Institute. http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/pdq/treatment/endometrial/patient/allpages/print. Accessed Sept. 16, 2008.
- Bakkum-Gamez JN, et al. Current issues in the management of endometrial cancer. Mayo Clinic Proceedings. 2008;83(1):97-112.
- Sorosky JI. Endometrial cancer. Obstetrics and Gynecology. 2008;111(2, Part 1):436-447.
- Moynihan T (expert opinion). Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn. Sept. 21, 2008.
