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Women's Cancers

Women's cancers such as breast cancer and cervical cancer are an unfortunate reality for some women. The earlier they are caught, the better the chances of recovery.

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Women's Cancers Video, Oncologists & Doctors, Breast Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Cervical Cancer

With all types of cancer, the earlier it's caught, the better your chances of making a full recovery. Find local oncologist and doctor listings and women's cancer videos and articles on topics such as ovarian cancer, breast cancer, and cervical cancer.

Ovarian Cancer

The ovaries are part of a woman's reproductive system, and they make estrogen and progesterone and release eggs. Ovarian cancers begin in the cells, and can also spread to other parts of the body. Ovarian cancer is referred to as a “silent killer.” It's often mistaken for something else. HealthChoicesFirst has a wide selection of local oncologists and doctors, women's cancers videos and articles, and resources on breast cancer, ovarian cancer, cervical cancer and more.

Doctors are able to screen for ovarian cancer with a yearly exam. If you've already been diagnosed with ovarian cancer, a blood test called a CA 125 may be performed. Ways to prevent ovarian cancer include limiting alcohol to seven to nine drinks per week, eating well, and getting enough exercise. Also, you need to check in with their physician on a yearly basis.

Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer is cancer of the cervix, which is the lower part of the uterus in women. Cervical cancer is almost always caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) infection. There are over 100 different types of HPV viruses (more than 40 are sexually transmitted). Cervical cancer is caused by one of four common HPV viruses.

Cervical cancer forms in tissues of the cervix. It generally doesn't have any symptoms when it's diagnosed. It is usually treatable and curable when caught early. The cure rate for stage 1 cervical cancer is 80% to 90%. The way to screen for cervical cancer is a Pap smear, a yearly test that women should start having as soon as they become sexually active in life. Women have Pap smears until about age 69.

Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is quite common in women. It begins in the cells of the breasts, and can grow and spread. Breast cancer will affect one in eight women in their lifetime, with a one in six chance that it will be invasive.
The most common breast cancer symptom is a lump, which is found in the breast or armpit, nipple pain and discharge, an inverted or retracted nipple, and pitted skin on the nipple. You can help prevent breast cancer by exercising regularly, eating well, limiting your alcohol to seven to nine drinks per week, and maintaining a healthy weight. Women should be seeing their physician each year for a breast exam, and after age 40 should be going for yearly mammograms.

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