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Gynecological Cancers (other than ovarian and uterine)

Archives for June 2008

radiation with vulvar cancer
My MIL was dx with vulvar cancer recently and has to start chemo and radiation therapy Wed. She is very frightened to have the radiation because of the pain. Have any of you had radiation therapy in the vaginal or peri-anal area? Any tips for reducing the pain would be appreciated. The Dr has already told her she will need…
Lymphedema across buttocks, hips
I'm two weeks post radical hysterectomy for cervical ca. My hips look like I'm wearing saddle bags (I'm already pretty 'padded' around there, but this feels hard and cottage cheesy). My visiting nurse spoke with my doctor and they both said it will clear quickly. Is this true? Everything is healing well with little pain,…
coping with menopausal symptoms after surgery
I am 7 weeks post-radical hysterectomy for adenocarcinoma and my reward is severe night sweats and hot flashes. I am ineligible for any type of hormone therapy -- I was more interested in natural/herbal therapies -- because of the estrogen content. Any suggestions for coping with these symptoms?

Gynecological Cancers (other than ovarian and uterine)

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