Gynecologic Cancer

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Mayo Clinic researchers link ovarian cancer to bacteria colonization in microbiome

The discovery strengthens evidence that the microbiome is an important indicator for early detection of ovarian cancer.

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Dear Mayo Clinic: Cervical cancer and HPV screening

Dr. Tri Dinh explains why both the HPV test and the Pap test are important screening tools for cervical cancer.

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New chemotherapy approach for late-stage cancers

Dr. Travis Grotz explains how hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy works and how it can help patients with certain late-stage cancers.

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Dear Mayo Clinic: When your teenager needs to see a gynecologist

Dr. Aakriti Carrubba explains how to help teens maintain gynecological health, including the HPV vaccine and cervical cancer screening.

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Why Black women need to be screened for cervical cancer

Dr. Olivia Cardenas-Trowers explains the importance of screening and other measures to prevent cervical cancer.

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Dear Mayo Clinic: Genetic counseling after cancer diagnosis

Genetic testing can help guide cancer treatment and help your care team understand if you are at risk for developing other conditions.

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Mayo Clinic experts answer 4 questions about gynecologic cancer

Learn about cancers of the female reproductive system and how to catch gynecologic cancers early when they are most treatable.