Navigating Gynecologic CancerNavigating Gynecologic Cancer
Healthy YOU!
Gynecologic cancer can affect any portion of the female reproductive system, including cancers of the uterus, cervix, vagina, ovaries, or endometrium. In this episode of the Healthy YOU Podcast, our host Frankye Myers, is joined by Lindsay Borden, M.D., gynecologic oncologist with Riverside Partners in Women's Health Gynecologic Oncology, who discusses screening, signs, symptoms and treatment options for the three most common GYN cancers, endometrial, cervical and uterine.
21:03•22 Jan 2024
Gynecologic Cancers: What Every Woman Should Know
Episode Overview
- Regular check-ups with a gynecologist are crucial for early detection of GYN cancers
- HPV vaccines play a significant role in preventing cervical cancers
- Obesity can impact the risk of endometrial cancer
- Robotic surgery offers precision and quicker recovery for GYN cancer patients
- Riverside Cancer Care Network provides comprehensive offerings for cancer care
“I encourage women to get checked out if they feel like they're not getting the right answers and to make sure that they have a gynecologist that they like and they trust to take care of them.”
Ever felt overwhelmed by the medical jargon surrounding gynecologic cancers? This episode of 'Healthy YOU!' aims to demystify these crucial topics. Host Frankye Myers sits down with Dr. Lindsay Borden, a gynecologic oncologist from Riverside Partners in Women's Health Gynecologic Oncology. Together, they break down the essentials of ovarian, cervical, and endometrial cancers. Dr. Borden emphasizes the life-saving importance of regular gynecological check-ups and how they can catch issues early.
She also sheds light on the role of HPV vaccines in preventing cervical cancer and discusses how obesity can impact the risk of developing endometrial cancer. With a blend of expert knowledge and approachable conversation, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand more about these common yet often misunderstood cancers. Whether you're seeking information for yourself or supporting a loved one, you'll find practical advice and reassurance here.
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