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Recovery of Cancer of the uterus

Nearly 75% of women whose endometrial cancer is found and treated early are cured and the cancer does not come back.

After treatment for endometrial cancer, including surgery or radiotherapy, you might feel depressed or have problems with your sex life. Speak to your GP for advice, support and to be referred for counselling if necessary.

If you had not already had the menopause, having your uterus and ovaries removed in surgery will mean that the menopause happens and you will not be able to become pregnant. Your GP or specialist will discuss this with you and suggest ways to treat the symptoms of the menopause (see separate topic) such as hot flushes or loss of interest in sex. This may involve taking HRT (hormone replacement therapy).

Radiotherapy can make your vagina narrower and mean sex is painful. If you take things slowly, make sure you are relaxed and use lubricant if necessary, it should be possible to start having regular sex again a few weeks after treatment. Some women may find it useful to use a vaginal dilator; your doctor will be able to advise you.

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