There are types of cancer that affect women, and here is a quick look at them and their main symptoms:

Breast cancer
According to a leading oncologist at Apollo Hospitals, recent reports indicate a high number of breast cancer cases that include Arab women under the age of fifty.

Dr. noted. Sarika Gupta is a consultant gynecologist and gynecologist at the Apollo Indrapratha Hospital that breast cancer is being diagnosed in more advanced stages in the Middle East countries compared to Western countries.

Dr. says. Gupta "The possible cause of such phenomena is often due to the lack of awareness among Arab women of the necessity of doing a breast examination and their hesitation in consulting a doctor if any abnormal change is observed. Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer that affects women worldwide, including In the Middle East countries, it accounts for between 15-35% of all cancers that are reported in the Arab region.

In general, the most common symptoms of breast cancer are painful swelling in the breast or armpit, with decreased skin or nipple, and changes in the skin of the breast.

And dr. Gupta by saying that all those between the ages of fifty and 54 years must have mammograms every year to avoid the risk of infection, while all those between the ages of 55 and older should have mammograms every two years .

Cervical cancer
It is the second most common cause of death in cancer in women, where infection occurs due to infection with the HPV infection. The good news is that it can be prevented through a vaccine and an effective screening program.

Often the main cause of high incidence of cervical cancer in Middle Eastern countries is a lack of awareness of screening, vaccination and symptoms.

Dr. added. Gupta "Cervical cancer can be prevented by giving three doses of HPV vaccine to young women aged 10 years and over, and starting a routine Pap smear every three years for women 22 and older. ".

For the most prominent symptoms that may indicate cervical cancer and other types of gynecological cancers are: bleeding or spotting after intercourse. Abnormal menstrual bleeding, an unpleasant smell, or postmenopausal bleeding, and pelvic pain, for those who experience any of these symptoms, seek immediate advice from gynecologists.

Uterine cancer
It is also called endometrial cancer, and it is the sixth most common cancer in the world. And there are things that increase the risk of infection such as: obesity, diabetes, stable and unhealthy lifestyle, taking estrogen, and other things.

And she dr. Gupta "Uterine cancer is associated with symptoms of abnormal uterine bleeding or postmenopausal bleeding in the initial stages. This is why most cases are diagnosed in the initial stage. Women can also prevent this cancer by adopting a healthy lifestyle and losing weight. Excess, and consult a gynecologist when any menstrual bleeding appears. "

Ovarian cancer
Among the things that cause concern about this disease is the low level of awareness of it, as its symptoms are often ignored, such as: persistent abdominal distension, early satiety, weight loss and abdominal pain.

Dr. added. Gupta "Another fact that the public needs to know is the genetic nature of ovarian cancer as 15% of ovarian cancer is genetically genetic, and those with a family history of breast and ovarian cancer must speak to their doctors about the eligibility of genetic counseling and more preventive measures from Cancer in the family. "

Increase public awareness
Given the sheer number of deaths, Dr. Gupta on the need to raise public awareness of women's cancer to fight this life-threatening epidemic.

Dr. concluded. Gupta said, "The woman should not be shy and seek medical help when she thinks something is not normal in her body."