Ethiopian Patient Journey- Endometrial Cancer Treatment in India
Brief About Patient
Name: Ms. Zenebech
Native Country: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Ms. Zenebech was suffering from Endometrial Carcinoma and underwent Hysterectomy and Chemotherapy sessions in Ethiopia. However, due to the lack of availability of advanced medical treatments in her native country, her condition got worse. After hearing a lot about medical treatment in India, they decided Endometrial Cancer Treatment in India
Role Of MedSurge India In Helping Ms. Zenebech!
Ms. Zenebech and her niece were very thankful to Medsurge India especially Mr. Dushyant for her Endometrial Cancer Treatment in India. They were grateful to the team for the way everything was arranged from traveling to treatment throughout their medical journey. They even thanked Mr. Dushyant for arranging budget-friendly treatment at a reputed hospital.
Medsurge India arranged an appointment with Dr. Rama Joshi at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon. With Dr. Joshi’s assistance, she was evaluated again and advised of tumor removal surgery. The surgery was successful and she has been advised to get regular Chemo sessions back in Ethiopia. Medsurge India team is still in contact with them for regular updates about her health. The team wishes her the best of health and a speedy recovery.
Endometrial Cancer – Overview!
It is a type of uterine cancer that begins in the lining (endometrium) of the womb (uterus). It mostly hits women after the age of 55.
Common Symptoms Of Endometrial Cancer
One of the most common symptoms of Endometrial Cancer is vaginal bleeding. The other symptoms are:
- Bleeding after menopause
- Heavy bleeding during menstrual periods
- Vaginal bleeding between menstrual periods
- Pain during intercourse
- Lower abdomen pain
- Watery vaginal discharge
What to do if you have the above Symptoms
If you experience any of these symptoms, consult your doctor for Uterine Cancer Treatment. These symptoms may not be a sign of a serious health condition but it is important to contact your doctor to avoid any further complications. Most often, abnormal vaginal bleeding is a sign of menopause. However, in some cases, it could be a sign of endometrial cancer or other gynecological cancer.
Endometrial Cancer Staging And Grades
If not treated, endometrial cancer can spread from the uterus to the other parts of the body.
| Stage I | Confined only to the uterus. |
| Stage II | Spread to the cervix. |
| Stage III | Has spread to the fallopian tubes, ovaries, vagina, and/or nearby lymph nodes. |
| Stage IV | Has spread beyond the pelvic area. There are chances that cancer might have spread to the bladder, rectum, and/or distant tissues and organs as well. |
When a person is diagnosed with endometrial cancer, the doctor treats the patient with the appropriate treatment availability. Cancer is easier to treat when diagnosed at an early stage.
Endometrial Cancer Prognosis
Prognosis is basically defined as an estimate of the course and outcome of cancer. It is calculated as a percentage of the people who are likely to survive over the next five to 10 years.
The prognosis mainly depends on the following factors:
- The stage of cancer
- The location of the tumor
- Overall health
- Type of treatment selected
What Are The Survival Rates Of The Endometrial Cancer?
The five-year survival rate depends on Endometrial Cancer Staging and is as follows:
| Type of Stage | Five-year Survival Rate |
| Localized | 95% |
| Regional | 69% |
| Distant | 17% |
| All Stages Combined | 81% |
Note: The above five-year survival rate is an estimated calculation based on the stage when cancer is diagnosed.
