As this eMedTV segment explains, treating uterine cancer may involve surgery, radiation therapy, and/or hormone therapy. This article covers the steps involved in treating this condition, from getting a second opinion to follow-up care after treatment.
One of the factors affecting treatment of uterine cancer is the stage (or extent) of the disease. This eMedTV Web page breaks down various options for uterine cancer treatment by stage of the disease and offers links to additional information.
In cases of uterine cancer, surgery is the most common method of treating the disease. This eMedTV segment discusses the types of surgery used to treat uterine cancer, such as a total hysterectomy and a bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy.
There are two types of radiation used for uterine cancer treatment: external and internal radiation. This eMedTV Web page discusses the potential benefits and side effects of using radiation for uterine cancer treatment.
In cases of uterine cancer, hormone therapy usually involves taking progesterone orally. This eMedTV article explains how hormone therapy is used to treat women with uterine cancer and discusses possible side effects of the treatment.
For women with uterine cancer, support groups and social workers can provide help coping with the disease. This eMedTV Web page identifies possible sources of support for women with uterine cancer, such as counselors and members of the clergy.
This eMedTV page explains that if you have pain related to uterine cancer, you may be able to manage it with things like medications and radiation therapy. This article explains how these and other methods are used to reduce or relieve pain.
For some women dealing with uterine cancer, alternative treatment may help ease stress and relieve pain. This eMedTV article discusses alternative treatments for uterine cancer, such as massage therapy, acupuncture, and acupressure.
As explained in this eMedTV segment, the uterine cancer survival rate refers to the percentage of women who survive for a specific period after their diagnosis. This article contains relative 5-year survival rates based on the stage of the disease.
When dealing with a diagnosis of uterine cancer, questions for the doctor may be difficult to remember. This eMedTV Web page provides lists of questions to ask the doctor concerning biopsies and treatment options for uterine cancer.
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