Let us begin by understanding what endometrium is. Dr Arora explains, “Endometrium is the inner lining of the uterus. It is one of the most important tissues in a woman’s reproductive system because ...

Wendy Wisner is a journalist and international board certified lactation consultant (IBCLC). She has written about all things pregnancy, maternal/child health, parenting, and general health and ...

Your cancer stage is key to getting the best treatment. It helps predict how your treatment will work, too. Your uterus (womb) is the medium-sized pear shaped organ where babies grow. Each month, it ...

Q: About three months ago, I bled a bit while urinating. This was the first (and only) time in over 30 years since menopause that this happened. An ultrasound was performed, and they found a mildly ...

Fibroids and uterine cancer can both cause growths to form in the uterus. Certain symptoms can also overlap. A doctor can determine whether you have fibroids or uterine cancer. Fibroids are benign ...

Almost every woman will experience abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) at least once in her lifetime. AUB accounts for approximately one third of gynecologic outpatient visits 1 and about 10% of visits to ...

Uterine cancer starts in the uterus. Doctors can order several tests, including blood and imaging tests, to diagnose and monitor the progression of this cancer. Cancer can form in two parts of the ...

Symptoms of uterine cancer may include unusual vaginal bleeding, pain in the pelvic region, or unexplained weight loss. A person should contact a doctor if they experience these symptoms. Although ...

Stage 2 endometrial cancer spreads to the cervical stroma but remains within the uterus and cervix, requiring precise staging and diagnosis. Treatment typically involves surgery, possibly a radical ...