Vulvar cancer represents 3% to 5% of all female genital cancers and 1% of all malignancies in women. In 2017, there are 6,020 new cases and 1,150 deaths predicted to occur. The average age at diagnosis is 65 years, although it is trending toward a younger age. Clinical features include pruritus, ulceration, or a mass. […]
There are approximately 400,000 new cases of cervical cancer worldwide annually. In 2017 there were 12,820 anticipated new cases identified with approximately 4,210 deaths in the United States. The most common symptom of cervical cancer is abnormal vaginal bleeding—specifically, postcoital and intermenstrual bleeding, menorrhagia, and post- menopausal bleeding. Other symptoms include pelvic fullness/pain, unilateral leg […]
Varicose veins are formed when the valves in the veins become weak or damaged, leading to the enlargement and twisting of the affected veins. The veins appear blue or dark purple, and they are most commonly found in the legs. Discomfort or pain may be experienced by some individuals with varicose veins. The development of […]
I’m sorry to hear that you’re concerned about uterine cancer. Uterine cancer, also known as endometrial cancer, is a type of cancer that affects the lining of the uterus. It is one of the most common types of gynecological cancers. Some common signs and symptoms of uterine cancer include: Abnormal vaginal bleeding, such as bleeding […]
Breast cancer is a type of cancer that forms in the cells of the breasts. It primarily affects women but can also occur in men, although it is much less common. Breast cancer typically starts in the milk ducts or the lobules, which are the glands that produce milk. Risk factors for breast cancer include […]
