Search results for 'Hysterectomy'. 3 post(s) found.
- 2009/05/05 How is cancer of the cervix treated?
- 2009/05/05 Treatment for precancerous lesions
- 2009/05/05 What is my doctor checking when he does my pelvic exam?
The choice of treatment for Cervical Cancer depends on the loCATion and the size of the tumor, the stage (extent) of the disease, the woman's age and general health, and other faCTors.
Gynecologic Oncologists have expertise in the diagnostic Evaluation and treatment of patients with cervical carcinoma. They also have surgical expertise in the procedures of radical Hysterectomy, pelvic and Paraaortic Lymphadenectomy, pretreatment surgical Staging procedures, and exenterations for patients with recurrent Cervical Cancer. Gynecologic Oncologists work closely with radiation therapists when this is the primary treatment modality. During that time, they funCTion as the patient's primary care Oncologist and continue to direCT their care after the Radiation Therapy is finished.
Staging is a careful attempt to find out whether the cancer has spread and, if so, what parts of the body are affeCTed. Blood and urine tests are usually done. The doCTor also may do a thorough pelvic exam in the operating room with the patient under anesthesia. During this exam, the doCTor may do procedures called Cystoscopy and Proctosigmoidoscopy.
In Cystoscopy, the doCTor looks inside the Bladder with a thin, lighted instrument. Proctosigmoidoscopy is a procedure in which a lighted instrument is used to check the Rectum and the lower part of the large intestine. Because Cervical Cancer may spread to the Bladder, Rectum, Lymph Nodes or Lungs, the doCTor also may order X-Rays or tests to check these areas. For example, the woman may have a series of X-Rays of the Kidneys and Bladder, called an Intravenous Pyelogram (IVP). The doCTor also may check the intestines and Rectum using a barium enema. To look for Lymph Nodes that may be enlarged because they contain cancer cells, the doCTor may order a CT or CAT scan, a series of X-Rays put together by a computer to make detailed piCTures of areas inside the body. Other procedures that may be used to check organs inside the body are Ultrasonography and MRI.
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| Is a second opinion important for cervical cancer treatment? (0) | 2009/05/05 |
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| What are the risk factors for endometrial cancer? (0) | 2009/05/05 |
| Treatment for precancerous lesions (0) | 2009/05/05 |
| How are precancerous conditions of the cervix treated? (0) | 2009/05/05 |
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Gynecologic Oncologist,
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Intravenous Pyelogram,
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Kidneys,
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Paraaortic Lymphadenectomy,
Pelvic Lymphadenectomy,
Pretrement Surgical Staging Procedures,
Proctosigmoidoscopy,
Radiation Therapy,
Rectum,
Staging,
Ultrasonography,
X-Rays
Treatment for Precancerous Lesions may cause Cramping or other pain, Bleeding or a Watery Discharge.
Occasionally, a Hysterectomy is performed to treat Precancerous Conditions of the Cervix.
However, the Hysterectomy is considered to be unnecessary in the great majority of cases of Precancerous Conditions of the Cervix unless other Gynecologic Problems co-exist.
Women are likely to benefit from pretreatment evaluation by a Gynecologic Oncologist if they have:
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A suspicious visible growth of the Cervix
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A Biopsy Report confirming invasive Carcinoma
Another posts included in "Cancer"
| How is cancer of the cervix treated? (0) | 2009/05/05 |
| Is a second opinion important for cervical cancer treatment? (0) | 2009/05/05 |
| Things to preapre for Cervical Cancer Treatment (0) | 2009/05/05 |
| How are precancerous conditions of the cervix treated? (0) | 2009/05/05 |
| D&C for Cervical Cancer (0) | 2009/05/05 |
In a Pelvic Exam, the doctor checks the Uterus, Vagina, Ovaries, Fallopian Tubes, Bladder and Rectum. The doctor feels these organs for any abnormality in their shape or size. A speculum is used to widen the Vagina so that the doctor can see the upper part of the Vagina and the Cervix.
The Pap Test is a simple, painless test to detect Abnormal Cells in and around the Cervix. A woman should have this test when she is not menstruating; the best time is between 10 and 20 days after the first day of her Menstrual Period. For about two days before a Pap Test, she should avoid Douching or using Spermicidal Foams, Creams, or Jellies or Vaginal Medicines (except as directed by a Physician), which may wash away or hide any Abnormal Cells.
Women should have regular Checkups, including a Pelvic Exam and Pap Test, if they are or have been sexually active or if they are age 18 or older. Those who are at increased risk of developing cancer of the Cervix should be especially careful to follow their doctor's advice about Checkups. Women who have had a Hysterectomy (surgery to remove the Uterus, including the Cervix) should ask their doctor's advice about having Pelvic Exams and Pap Tests.
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