Written By: Debjani Arora | Published : March 10, 2016, 11:03 AM
1/7
In endometrial cancer the inner lining of the uterus is subjected to abnormal growth of cells, which can also spread to other parts of the body. There are various risk factors that could lead to endometrial cancer – obesity, high estrogen exposure, high blood pressure, diabetes, etc. Here are a few symptoms of this cancer that you should know.
2/7
Abnormal vaginal bleeding: If you experience bleeding in between your periods, change in your menstrual pattern or vaginal bleeding post menopause, these sign needs to be taken seriously and checked with a gynaecologist.
3/7
Abnormal discharge: Vaginal discharge devoid of any blood could also be a sign of endometrial cancer. If you are experiencing a kind of discharge that you haven’t experienced before or get wet down there more often, discuss this symptom with your doctor. More than 10 percent of endometrial cancers have an abnormal vaginal discharge as its first sign.
4/7
Pelvic pain: As tumor grows, increasing pelvic pain could become bothersome. Well, remember pelvic pain isn’t an initial sign; it arises when the cancer has already developed in the uterus. So pain with abnormal bleeding or discharge should be taken seriously.
5/7
Unexplained weight loss: Especially after menopause, if you notice unexplained weight loss coupled with the other symptoms, better get it checked.
6/7
Painful intercourse: It makes intercourse really painful. If this happen post menopause, you should definitely not ignore it.
7/7
Hormonal changes: If you are on hormone therapy that leads to high estrogen exposure, it could increase your risk of endometrial cancer post menopause.
