Gynecologic Cancers Treatments

Gynecologic cancers involve areas of the reproductive organs, including the:

• Breast
• Cervix
• Ovaries
• Uterus
• Vagina
• Vulva
• Fallopian tubes

Indications

Each year, 82,000 women in the United States learn they have a gynecologic cancer. Although these cancers are often grouped together, they vary widely in their causes, risk factors, detection, treatment and chance of a cure. Women with any of these symptoms should see their doctor as soon as possible:

• A change in bowel or bladder habits
• A sore that does not heal
• Unusual vaginal bleeding or discharge
• A thickening or lump that causes pain or can be seen or felt
• Indigestion that does not go away
• Pain in the pelvic area

Resources at Cedars-Sinai

The following Cedars-Sinai links can serve as additional resources for information:

• Radiation Oncology
• Cedars-Sinai Outpatient Cancer Center
• GenRISK Adult Genetics Program
• Saul and Joyce Brandman Breast Center
• Women's Health Research Registry

The following external links can also serve as additional resources for information:

• Gynecologic Cancer Foundation
• National Institutes of Health
• Society of Gynecologic Oncologists
• Gynecologic Oncology Group
• American Cancer Society
• Cancer Care, Inc.
• Cancer Information Network
• National Cancer Institute