Gynecologic Cancers
Gynecologic cancers involve areas of the reproductive organs, including the:
Indications
Each year, 82,000 women in the United States learn they have a gynecologic cancer. Although these cancers are often grouped together, they vary widely in their causes, risk factors, detection, treatment and chance of a cure. Women with any of these symptoms should see their doctor as soon as possible:
- A change in bowel or bladder habits
- A sore that does not heal
- Unusual vaginal bleeding or discharge
- A thickening or lump that causes pain or can be seen or felt
- Indigestion that does not go away
- Pain in the pelvic area
Resources at Cedars-Sinai
The following Cedars-Sinai links can serve as additional resources for information:
- Radiation Oncology
- Cedars-Sinai Outpatient Cancer Center
- GenRISK Adult Genetics Program
- Saul and Joyce Brandman Breast Center
- Women's Health Research Registry
The following external links can also serve as additional resources for information:
- Gynecologic Cancer Foundation
- National Institutes of Health
- Society of Gynecologic Oncologists
- Gynecologic Oncology Group
- American Cancer Society
- Cancer Care, Inc.
- Cancer Information Network
- National Cancer Institute
