Gynecologic Cancer – Dr. Miguel Ruiz

In Mexico, more than 12,500 cases and over 5,000 deaths are registered due to this type of cancer.

These tumors can occur in any area of the female reproductive system.

The most common cancer in Mexican women is cervical cancer, ranked as the second most common cause of death after breast cancer.

There are screening tests that help in detection in the initial and curable stage, such as a Pap smear, also called vaginal cytology, and determination of the presence of Human Papillomavirus (HPV).

Other examples of Gynecologic Cancer are Endometrial Cancer (Uterine Malignancies), Ovarian and Fallopian Tube Cancer, and Vulvar Cancer. Remember: Any bleeding after menopause, is cancer until proven otherwise!

Types of Gynecologic Cancer

Cervical Cancer
Ovarian and Fallopian Tube Cancer
Endometrial Cancer

Early
Detection

It is advisable for the patient to carry out several screening tests, which are useful in identifying women at risk of developing the disease.

A cervical cytology or pap smear is carried out in the following cases:

The onset of sexual activity.
History of human papillomavirus infection (HPV).
History of multiple sexual partners.
History of sexually transmitted infections (STI’s).
Tobacco.
Malnutrition or any type of immunodeficiency.
No history of previous cervical cytology or pap smear.