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Gynecologic Cancer

Women’s sexual recovery after cancer

Sexual recovery during and after a women’s cancer diagnosis and treatment is as important as ensuring adequate nutrition, sleep and a healthy frame of mind. We spoke with Sallie Foley, LMSW, AASECT, co-author of "Sex Matters for Women," about sexual recovery after cancer for women who experience early menopause or menopause-like symptoms following cancer treatment.

Abnormal Cervical Screening Results — What should you do?

You've learned you have an abnormal test results -- and are overwhelmed with questions. What does it mean? What happens next? One thing to keep in mind is the majority of abnormal results do not mean you have cancer. We outline some of the other causes of abnormal results, and what you can expect to happen next.

New target could halt growth, spread of ovarian cancer

Researchers have identified a protein that helps ovarian cancer cells multiply and spread. By blocking it with a new antibody agent, they could slow the cancer’s growth and stop it from metastasizing.

Preserving Fertility During Cancer Treatment

For many young women diagnosed with cancer, concerns about fertility can be so important they influence critical decisions about treatment.

Vaginal Cancer

Vaginal cancer is a rare gynecologic cancer that begins in the vagina (birth canal), which extends from the cervix (opening of the uterus) to the vulva on the outside of the body (external female genitals). If you think you may have vaginal cancer, contact us: 734-647-8902

There are several different types of vaginal cancer including:

  • Squamous cell carcinoma:

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