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Are there different types of endometrial cancer?

There are different types of endometrial cancer, and until now they have been classified based on the histological characteristics of the cancer cells.

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What you should know about gynaecological cancers and fertility preservation

Gynaecological cancers can impact a woman's reproductive capacity, and the treatments for these cancers may have implications for fertility.

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Is there still a risk of cancer after a hysterectomy?

Sometimes I get asked from patients why it would be possible to develop gynaecological cancer if “nothing is down there anymore”.

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Rare disease: Vulval and vaginal melanoma

Vulval and vaginal melanoma are types of cancer that originate in the melanocytes, the pigment-producing cells of the skin of the vulva or vagina.

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Smoking increases risk of complications after surgery

Smoking is associated with an increased risk of complications after surgery. Smoking has many negative effects on the body’s respiratory and cardiovascular systems, wound healing, and overall immune function, which...

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Rare gynaecological cancers: Uterine sarcomas

Uterine sarcomas are a group of rare cancers that originate in the muscle or connective tissue of the uterus.

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Why is my cervical cancer not suitable for surgery?

Surgery is a key treatment modality for various cancer types, including cervical cancer. However, sometimes patients expect surgery, whereas surgery is not in their best interest for various reasons.

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The benefits of exercise for women during and after gynaecological cancer treatment

Research shows that exercise will benefit most people with cancer both, during and after treatment. Exercise can help manage some side effects of cancer treatment, help with gaining a speedy...

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Does cervical cancer treatments automatically lead to infertility?

Whether cervical cancer treatment impacts fertility varies depending on the stage of cancer and the type of treatment required.

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What clinical management options are available to BRCA carriers?

Everyone carries BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes. However, in some people, the BRCA gene is mutated (changed), which means that the gene does not work properly any longer.

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