Allopathic Treatment

Early stages of cervical dysplasia may require only frequent reevaluation to monitor progression or regression of the abnormal cells. Regression of abnormal cells may occur due to the immune response or lifestyle changes, such as discontinuing smoking or oral contraceptive use. In more advanced cases, the cervical lining may be removed via cautery, freezing or laser procedures.
Age, overall health status, and the presence of other abnormal findings will impact on the selection of most appropriate treatment plan for uterine cancer. Surgery may be presented as a treatment option for invasive cancer. Extent of the surgical procedures will depend upon the stage of the cancer. A hysterectomy, lymphadenectomy, or total pelvic exenteration may be recommended. Radiation therapy may be offered instead of or in addition to surgical removal of the affected tissues. Depending on the individual's disease stage, and the response and tolerance to the radiation, treatment may be provided by external beams directed over the pelvis, or by the insertion of radium tubes into the uterus and / or vagina. Chemotherapy may also be recommended, involving the infusion of tumorfighting drugs directly into the circulatory system.

Causes, Incidence, And Risk Factors

Endometrial cancer is the most common type of uterine cancer. Although the exact cause of endometrial cancer is unknown, increased levels of estrogen appear to play a role. Estrogen helps stimulate the buildup of the lining of the uterus. Studies have shown that high levels of estrogen in animals result in excessive endometrial growth and cancer.

Most cases of endometrial cancer occur between the ages of 60 and 70 years, but a few cases may occur before age 40.

The following increase your risk of endometrial cancer:

• Diabetes

• Estrogen replacement therapy without the use of progesterone

• History of endometrial polyps or other benign growths of the uterine lining

• Infertility (inability to become pregnant)

• Tamoxifen, a drug for breast cancer treatment

• Never being pregnant

• Obesity

• Starting menstruation at an early age (before age 12)

• Starting menopause after age 50

Associated conditions include the following:

• Colon or breast cancer

• Hypertension

• Polycystic ovarian disease