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Why Is Uterine Cancer More Common in Postmenopausal Women?

Uterine cancer, mainly endometrial cancer, is more common in postmenopausal women due to hormonal changes, including prolonged exposure to unopposed estrogen, which can lead to abnormal cell growth in the uterine lining.

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Why Is Uterine Cancer More Common in Postmenopausal Women?

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  1. UTERINE CANCER Why Is Uterine Cancer More Common in Postmenopausal Women? ONCOLOGISTDRSEEMASINGH.COM DR. SEEMA SINGH

  2. Introduction Symptoms of Uterine Cancer Causes of Uterine Cancer Risk Factors for Uterine Cancer Diagnosis of Uterine Cancer ONCOLOGISTDRSEEMASINGH.COM

  3. Introduction Uterine cancer, mainly endometrial cancer, is more common in postmenopausal women due to hormonal changes, including prolonged exposure to unopposed estrogen, which can lead to abnormal cell growth in the uterine lining. ONCOLOGISTDRSEEMASINGH.COM

  4. Unintended Weight Loss Fatigue Symptoms of Uterine Cancer Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding Pelvic Pain or Pressure Unusual Vaginal Discharge Pain During Intercourse ONCOLOGISTDRSEEMASINGH.COM

  5. Obesity: Increases estrogen production, raising cancer risk. Age: Most common in women over 50. 03 04 Causes of Uterine Cancer Hormonal Imbalance: High levels of estrogen without enough progesterone. 01 Genetic Mutations: Changes in the DNA of uterine cells. 02 Other Medical Conditions: Diabetes, hypertension, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). 05 ONCOLOGISTDRSEEMASINGH.COM

  6. Risk Factors for Uterine Cancer 01 02 Age: Risk increases with age, especially after menopause. Obesity: Higher levels of body fat increase estrogen production. Unopposed Estrogen Therapy: Without progesterone, this increases cancer risk. 03 Family History: Genetic predisposition may play a role. Early Menstruation or Late Menopause: Longer exposure to estrogen. 04 Lack of Pregnancy: More menstrual cycles without a break. ONCOLOGISTDRSEEMASINGH.COM ONCOLOGISTDRSEEMASINGH.COM

  7. Pelvic Examination: Physical check for abnormalities. Diagnosis of Uterine Cancer Endometrial Biopsy: Tissue sample for microscopic examination. Transvaginal Ultrasound: Visualizes the uterus and endometrial thickness. Dilation and Curettage (D&C): Surgical procedure to collect a larger tissue sample. Hysteroscopy: Direct visual examination of the uterus. Imaging Tests: MRI or CT scans to assess cancer spread. ONCOLOGISTDRSEEMASINGH.COM

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