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Since both types of cancers have excellent recovery prospects in their early stages, it is important for women to seek medical help as soon as these symptoms are observed. In cases where endometrial cancer is suspected, a physician would take a biopsy of the patient's uterus for further evaluation. Together with blood tests and bone scans, the biopsy would help a physician determine the stage of cervical cancer and select the best treatment option (Burke 2003).
The appropriate treatment for endometrial and cervical cancers is based on the stage of the disease. In their advanced stages, a radical hysterectomy may be performed. In addition to the uterus, nearby organs such as both ovaries, the fallopian tubes and pelvic lymph nodes can be performed. Radiation therapy and chemotherapy are also appropriate treatment (Bristow 2001). Patients with endometrial cancer could also turn to hormone therapy (Burke 2003).
A vaccine called Gadarsil is currently undergoing review with the Federal Drug Administration (FDA), as an option...
This vaccine works by targeting the four types of HPV, which could lead to cervical cancer. While promising, Gadarsil is not intended as a cure for those who are already suffering from HPV infection or patients already diagnosed with cervical cancer (Gorner 2006).
In summary, both endometrial and cervical cancer share similar symptoms and affect the health of many women. However, with early detection and more effective treatment options, patients of these diseases often face excellent recovery options and healthy lives.
Works Cited
Bristow, RE. 2003. Cervical cancer. JR Scott et al., eds., Danforth's Obstetrics and Gynecology, 9th ed. Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins.
Burke, TW et al. 2001. "Cancers of the uterine body." T. DeVita Jr. et al., eds., Cancer: Principles and Practice of Oncology, 6th ed. Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins.
Gorner, P. 2006. "Common substance is found to inhibit HPV." Baltimore Sun. July 21:…
Works Cited
Bristow, RE. 2003. Cervical cancer. JR Scott et al., eds., Danforth's Obstetrics and Gynecology, 9th ed. Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins.
Burke, TW et al. 2001. "Cancers of the uterine body." T. DeVita Jr. et al., eds., Cancer: Principles and Practice of Oncology, 6th ed. Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins.
Gorner, P. 2006. "Common substance is found to inhibit HPV." Baltimore Sun. July 21: B4.
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