3 gynecologic cancer myths, busted
There are a lot of misconceptions around gynecologic cancers and the doctors who treat them.
So, beware if someone tries to tell you that:
Pap tests can screen you for anything other than cervical cancer, All you need to diagnose ovarian cancer is an elevated CA-125 level, or Gynecologic oncologists can treat you for breast cancer, too.Not one of those claims is true.
Gynecologic oncologists Pamela Soliman, M.D...
When should you worry about abnormal vaginal bleeding?
If you’ve never had a regular menstrual period before, you might not know what qualifies as “abnormal” bleeding from the vagina.
So...
What is a vulvectomy? Purpose, procedure and recovery
The vulva is part of the female genitalia and sits at the opening of the vagina. Sometimes benign or cancerous growths can develop on the...
Demystifying the well-woman: What to expect during this annual exam
If you’ve never had a well-woman exam before, you might be wondering what to expect. Is it similar to an annual physical? Which parts of your body will the doctor examine? And, which tests will be performed on you, and why?
We spoke with Elizabeth Keeler, M.D., a gynecologist who specializes in caring for women with cancer. Here’s what these important annual doctor visits include — and why you shouldn’t skip yours.
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I have HPV. Now what?
We all hope the awkwardness is over after we get our Pap and HPV tests. So hearing that you have tested positive for HPV can be a blow...
Should your kids get the HPV vaccine during COVID-19?
As the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic stretches on, the HPV vaccine may not seem like a priority for parents worried about keeping their...
Gynecologic oncologist: Specialization let me achieve my professional dream
As a gynecologic oncologist, I see women with every type of cancer related to the female reproductive system, except breast cancer. I treat...
10 questions about gynecologic cancers
Each year, approximately 100,000 women are diagnosed with some form of gynecologic cancer: cervical, ovarian, fallopian tube, uterine (also...
Where MD Anderson patients made important connections
Cancer can feel very isolating. But it can help to connect with others who’ve been there.
We recently asked several patients and survivors...
Best of Cancerwise 2015: Advice from our cancer patients
From relationship advice to what to pack for chemo, many of our survivors have shared what they've learned from their cancer experiences in...