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10 signs of endometrial cancer women shouldnt ignore
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Are you ignoring these frighteningly simple signs of cancer? - photo by Amberlee Lovell
You may have never heard of endometrial cancer, but it is actually the most common cancer of the reproductive system for women. Although it can be deadly, this cancer is easier to catch early on if you are paying attention to what your body is saying.

If you notice any of these vital symptoms, visit your gynecologist soon.

Pain when peeing

Some women experience this in different ways. Rather than having pain when peeing, you might notice you cant completely empty your bladder. Both can be signs that something isnt right.

Strange discharge

Most women have some type of discharge on a regular basis, but if yours changes to slightly bloody or watery, it could be cause for alarm. You can find more information on whats abnormal here.

Unusual bleeding

The cancer occurs within the endometrium, or the lining of the uterus. When you are on your period, this lining gets thicker in order to support an embryo in case you get pregnant. If the egg is not fertilized, it peels off the inside of the uterus. The peeling off of that lining is your period, according to the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance.

But when your endometrium has cancer, it means the lining grows abnormally, and stops responding to regular cell growth instructions your body usually follows. This means you may have bleeding at times between your periods or after menopause.

If you have bleeding that is not part of your regular menstrual cycle, this could be a sign of cancer within your uterus.

Uncomfortable sex

There are several reasons intercourse may be hurting you. Consult with your doctor to see if this pain is caused by cancer.

Pelvic pain

Although an unusual symptom, pelvic pain can feel similar to cramps you may have when on your period. Pelvic pain can regularly occur around the time of your period, as well as half way through the month when you are ovulating. Unexpected pain besides those times should be evaluated.

Doctors arent sure exactly what causes endometrial cancer, but there are risk factors that can heighten your chance of having it, according to Mayo Health Clinic.

Some of these factors include:

- Starting period under the age of 12

Each time you have a cycle, your hormone balances change (as your mood can probably tell you). The more periods you have, the more hormonal shifts your body has, which heightens your risk.

- Older age

The majority of endometrial cancer cases appear after menopause.

- Obesity

Obesity increases your risk of endometrial cancer potentially because extra bad fat affects how your body balances hormones.

- Never being pregnant

Women who have been pregnant at least once have a smaller chance than those who have never been pregnant.

- Cancer gene

Hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC) is a gene mutation passed from parents to children. The risk of cancers is increased in those who have this gene.

Although scary, endometrial cancer can be treated better when caught early. Its important to understand these symptoms, so you can detect any problems early on.
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Have You Seen This? Street musician slays with clarinet
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Better than almost every face-melting guitar or drum solo. - photo by Facebook video screenshot

THE BIG EASY — Yeah, yeah, we all know that New Orleans is stuffed to the gills will incredible musicians.

But knowing that fact and then hearing that fact are two different things. You can step into any number of jazz clubs on any given night on Bourbon Street, and you’ll probably be impressed with virtually every act. Or you can sit at home on your comfy couch and watch this featured video.

In the video, you’ll see a woman who is in the groove. She is swinging hard, and wailing on her clarinet with a practiced expertise that makes it sounds so easy.

From note one you’ll be drawn in; your appreciation will grow with every second, and then your face will melt off when you realize how incredible she really is.

If you’ve never played a woodwind or a brass, you may not know everything that comes with a performance like this. Lung capacity and breath control are huge factors in keeping your notes clear and loud, and hitting those high notes is especially difficult.

So when this woman hits that high note and holds it for several seconds, you know you’re dealing with an exceptional musician. It means she has worked hard for years to develop skill on top of her natural talent, and we get to benefit.

It kinda makes you wonder how we let people get away with mumble rap and autotune when talent like this exists in the world.

I wish this video were longer, and I wish I had more information about this woman, but as it is, we’ll just have to appreciate the little flavor of New Orleans jazz posted by the Facebook group Clarinet Life.

Street musician killing it on clarinet

She must have lungs of iron! Its inspiring hearing the upper registers being played so well.

Posted by Clarinet Life on Tuesday, December 11, 2018

Martha Ostergar is a writer who delights in the ridiculous that internet serves up, which means she's more than grateful that she gets to cruise the web for amazing videos to highlight for your viewing pleasure.
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