09/29/2026
September is Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month, and uterine/endometrial cancer is among the most common gynecologic cancers in the United States.
Knowing the signs of uterine cancer can help you recognize when something isn’t right and can lead to earlier detection and better outcomes. We had the chance to discuss uterine cancer, its risks and preventive measures with Dr. Nnamdi Gwacham, a gynecologic oncologist with Baptist Cancer Center / Baptist Medical Group. Here are three things he would like women to to know:
🎗 If caught early, uterine cancer is very treatable. Early detection can save lives!
🎗 There has been an increase in uterine cancer cases in the last five to seven years, including among younger patients because of metabolic syndrome, such as obesity, uncontrolled diabetes and other conditions.
🎗 The most typical symptom of uterine cancer is abnormal bleeding or postmenopausal bleeding.
We encourage you to be proactive, questions and talk with a doctor if you have any signs of unusual symptoms.
For more information about Baptist Cancer Center and the cancers treated at BCC, visit https://www.baptistcancercenter.com.