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What are the different stages of uterine cancer?

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what are the different stages of uterine cancer. and the early symptoms

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Uterine cancer, also known as endometrial cancer, typically progresses through several stages. The staging system commonly used for uterine cancer is called the International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) staging system. Here are the different stages:

  1. Stage I: Cancer is confined to the uterus.

    • IA: Cancer is limited to the endometrium (inner lining of the uterus).
    • IB: Cancer involves less than half of the myometrium (muscular wall of the uterus).

  2. Stage II: Cancer has spread to the cervical stroma but is still confined to the uterus.

    • IIA: Cancer involves the endocervical glandular tissue.
    • IIB: Cancer involves the cervical stroma.

  3. Stage III: Cancer has spread beyond the uterus but remains within the pelvis.

    • IIIA: Cancer has spread to the serosa (outer layer) of the uterus and/or adnexa (ovaries and fallopian tubes).
    • IIIB: Cancer has invaded the vagina and/or parametrium (connective tissues adjacent to the uterus).
    • IIIC: Cancer has spread to the pelvic lymph nodes.

  4. Stage IV: Cancer has spread beyond the pelvic region.

    • IVA: Cancer has invaded the bladder or bowel mucosa.
    • IVB: Cancer has spread to distant organs, such as the lungs, liver, or bones.

Regarding early symptoms, uterine cancer may present with the following signs and symptoms:

  1. Abnormal vaginal bleeding: The most common symptom is postmenopausal bleeding (bleeding after menopause). It can also include irregular menstrual bleeding, bleeding between periods, or unusually heavy or prolonged periods.

  2. Pelvic pain or discomfort: This can include pelvic cramping or pain that is not related to menstrual periods.

  3. Abnormal vaginal discharge: It may be watery or blood-tinged.

  4. Pain during intercourse: Some women may experience pain or discomfort during sexual intercourse.

It's important to note that these symptoms can be indicative of various conditions, and experiencing them does not necessarily mean you have uterine cancer. Early detection and diagnosis of uterine cancer can improve treatment outcomes.

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