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Vaginal Cancer Treatment

Vaginal cancer is a rare gynecologic cancer that develops in the vaginal canal.

What is Vaginal Cancer?

Vaginal cancer is a rare cancer that begins in the cells lining the inner surface of the vaginal canal. It accounts for approximately 1-2% of all gynecologic cancers. It is generally seen in women over 60.

HPV infection is an important risk factor for vaginal cancer. Early diagnosis improves treatment success.

Treatment Options

- Surgery: Local excision or vaginectomy for early-stage tumors

  • Radiotherapy: As primary treatment or after surgery

  • Chemoradiotherapy: In advanced stage cases

  • Brachytherapy: Internal radiation therapy

  • Symptoms

    • Vaginal bleeding (especially postmenopausal)
    • Abnormal vaginal discharge
    • Pelvic pain
    • Pain during urination
    • Feeling of a vaginal mass

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How is vaginal cancer diagnosed?+
    It is diagnosed through gynecological examination, colposcopy, biopsy, and imaging methods.

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