How do I know if my ovarian cancer has spread?
There is currently no proven screening test for ovarian cancer. If your doctor suspects you have ovarian cancer, you may have blood tests (CA125), and medical imaging scans (ultrasound, CT scan).
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Posted in ovarian cancer, biopsy, staging; Posted 5 years ago by Andreas Obermair
Seven common myths about endometrial cancer
Here is a fact check of the seven most common myths people have about endometrial cancer.
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Posted in fact check, uterine cancer, endometrial cancer; Comments 1 ; Posted 5 years ago by Andreas Obermair
What does an ovarian cyst feel like?
Pain from ovarian cysts differ in women depending on their size and type. Some people with ovarian cysts may feel pain in their pelvis or lower abdomen, while others do not.
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Posted in ovarian cysts; Comments 1 ; Posted 5 years ago by Andreas Obermair
What are the benefits of participating in a clinical trial for gynaecological cancer?
Gynaecological cancer clinical trials address the concern that for some types of treatment the evidence to support those treatments is weak.
Posted in gynaecological cancer, clinical trials; Posted 5 years ago by Andreas Obermair
Eight myths and misconceptions about cervical cancer
Myths and misconceptions about cervical cancer are spreading fast, especially around what causes it and how cervical cancer can be prevented.
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Posted in cervical cancer, fact check; Posted 5 years ago by Andreas Obermair
Is endometrial cancer the same as uterine cancer?
Endometrial cancer and uterine cancer are often terms used interchangeably, but do they mean the same thing?
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Posted in uterine cancer; Comments 1 ; Posted 5 years ago by Andreas Obermair
Most common ovarian cancer myths
A lack of awareness can lead to misconceptions about ovarian cancer. Here, I debunk six common myths about ovarian cancer.
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Posted in ovarian cancer; Posted 5 years ago by Andreas Obermair
Warning signs of gynaecological cancer you might be ignoring
Apart from screening for cervical cancer, there are no other screening tests for other gynaecological cancers.
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Posted in gynaecological cancer, symptoms; Comments 1 ; Posted 5 years ago by Andreas Obermair
D&C Procedure - What is it and Why is it performed?
A dilatation and curettage (D&C) is a minimally invasive surgical procedure performed to obtain a sample of the uterus lining (endometrium).
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Posted in abnormal bleeding, uterine cancer; Posted 5 years ago by Andreas Obermair
What are the differences between neoadjuvant or adjuvant chemotherapy?
Neoadjuvant chemotherapy refers to the use of chemotherapy to shrink the cancerous tumours prior to surgery. When chemotherapy is used after surgery, it is referred to as adjuvant chemotherapy.
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Posted in ovarian cancer, chemotherapy; Posted 5 years ago by Andreas Obermair