GCSE Results:
1. How many gynaecological cancers are there?
5
Cervical, Ovarian, Vaginal, Vulval, and Womb (Uterus)
2. What are the 3 most common symptoms of cervical cancer?
Bleeding from the vagina at times other than when you are having a period
Vaginal discharge that smells unpleasant
Discomfort or pain during sex
3. What is NOT a symptom of ovarian cancer?
Bleeding after sex
4. If you have a concern about your gynaecological health, when should you go see a Doctor/your GP?
As soon as possible
5. What gynaecological cancers?
Cancers of the female reproductive system
6. What is the most common symptoms of womb/uterus cancer?
Abnormal bleeding from the vagina - especially in women who have had their menopause and stopped having periods.
7. What are the symptoms of Vaginal cancer?
Bleeding after sex
Pain during sexual intercourse
8. When speaking to your doctor, make sure to mention any symptoms that are…
Persistent/not normal for you/repeated episodes/do not go away
9. What is NOT a gynaecological cancer?
Breast
10. Who needs to know about the signs and symptoms of the 5 gynaecological cancers?
EVERYONE