Gynaecological oncology is a specialised field of medicine that focuses on cancers of the female genital tract.
While gynaecological cancer awareness in women has increased over the years, it is still not at the intended level. Education on key aspects like screening, early diagnosis, risk factors and common symptoms needs to be provided to women in all age groups.
Gynaecological cancers symptoms
Ovarian cancer, uterine cancer, vaginal cancer, cervical cancer, and vulvar cancers are types of cancers treated by a gynaecological oncologist.