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What You Need To Know About™ Cancer of the Uterus
    Posted: 07/30/2001    Updated: 09/16/2002



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Understanding Cancer






Uterine Cancer: Who's at Risk?






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Getting a Second Opinion






Preparing for Treatment






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Side Effects of Cancer Treatment






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Hormonal Therapy






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Hormonal therapy can cause a number of side effects. Women taking progesterone may retain fluid, have an increased appetite, and gain weight. Women who are still menstruating may have changes in their periods.

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