Types of Gynecological Cancer We Treat

More than 80,000 women are diagnosed with Gynecologic Cancer every year in the United States. These are cancers that begin in the organs of the female reproductive system and include Uterine (Endometrial), Ovarian, and Cervical Cancer.

Gynecologic Cancer symptoms will vary from woman to woman and depend on where cancer originates. To help prevent gynecologic cancer and to detect these cancers in their earliest and most treatable stages, you should see your health care professional for regular screenings.

Uterine Cancer

Uterine Cancer, also called Endometrial Cancer, is cancer that starts in the lining (endometrium) of the uterus. Endometrial Cancer is the most common type of cancer of the female reproductive organs in the United States.  Endometrial Cancer typically affects women ages 60 and older, although it can less commonly affect women between 40 and 60 years old.

Ovarian Cancer

Ovarian Cancer begins in the ovaries. It is one of the more common forms of Gynecologic Cancer, and many times, symptoms don’t appear until the cancer is advanced. There is no known way to prevent Ovarian Cancer, and it is one of the most difficult Gynecologic Cancers to detect.

Cervical Cancer

Cervical Cancer is a slow-growing cancer that begins with abnormalities in the cells of the cervix, the lower portion of the uterus that connects to the vagina. Because women typically receive routine screening, including Pap smears, to look for abnormal cells, this type of cancer is often detected early. Cervical Cancer is very treatable in early stages. 

We Provide Free Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening and Diagnostics for the Uninsured

Holy Cross Health is a proud member of Maryland’s Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program. If you are uninsured or underinsured, you can rest easy knowing that your diagnostic and screening services for Breast and Cervical Cancer are covered.