Overview
Uterine sarcomas are different from the more common endometrial cancer. They can grow quickly and are sometimes found after surgery for what was thought to be a fibroid.
Symptoms
- Abnormal vaginal bleeding, especially after menopause
- Pelvic pain or pressure
- A lump or swelling in the abdomen
- A fibroid that grows quickly
- Unusual vaginal discharge
Causes and risk factors
Risk factors include previous radiotherapy to the pelvis, long-term tamoxifen use and some inherited conditions.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis uses pelvic ultrasound, MRI, endometrial biopsy and examination of tissue after surgery.
Treatment
Treatment usually involves surgery to remove the womb, and sometimes chemotherapy, radiotherapy or hormone therapy.
When to see a doctor
See a gynaecologist for any bleeding after menopause, unusual bleeding, or a fibroid that grows quickly.
This information is for general education and does not replace advice from a qualified doctor. For a medical emergency, call +92-51-8446666 or go to the nearest emergency department.
