Kansas City's Most Trusted Gynecologic Cancer Team

No one knows your body better than you do. That makes you the best offense and defense against gynecologic cancer.

MyHealthKC.com by AdventHealth is here to help relieve some of that burden. We offer screenings and tests to find cancer early. The earlier we catch gynecologic cancer, the sooner we can heal you with a variety of leading-edge, non-invasive procedures like radiation therapy and chemotherapy. It all starts with a test.

Your testing may include:

• Pelvic exams
• Tissue biopsies
• Yearly well-woman exams

Knowing your body and what’s normal for you is the best way to recognize the warning signs of gynecologic cancer, which can include:

• Abdominal or back pain
• Abnormal bleeding or discharge
• Bloating
• Changes in the color of the skin
• Difficulty eating or feeling full too quickly
• Frequent need to go to the bathroom
• Itching or burning sensation
• Pelvic pain or pressure

The more you know about gynecologic cancer risk factors, the more empowered you are to recognize warning signs and get help early, when gynecologic cancer is easiest to treat.

Common risk factors for gynecologic cancer include:

• Age (risk increases with age)
• Family history
• Genital herpes
• Human papillomavirus (HPV)
• Hormone replacement therapy, in some cases
• Immune system deficiency
• Smoking