It tends to occur when women are in their 50's and 60's. The most common symptom for endometrial cancer is unusual vaginal bleeding, especially bleeding that occurs after a woman has gone through menopause . If you have this symptom, check with your doctor right away. Treatment options may include surgery, radiation treatment , chemotherapy , or hormone therapy. The specific treatment recommendation by your physician is based upon the findings on physical examination, the biopsy and your medical condition.
Survival rates are good as long as the disease is caught early.
The University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center has a special Multidisciplinary Gynecologic Oncology Clinic devoted to all gynecologic cancers, including cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal and vulvar, with a number of medical experts who collaborate on the care of each patient. Cancer AnswerLine nurses also are available to help you online, by clicking here. This information is not a tool for self-diagnosis or a substitute for professional care.