another condition. At times, they may even be overlooked by healthcare providers. However, even issues such as painful urination should be taken seriously by both patients and especially their healthcare providers.
Meagan Good, who became the spokeswoman for the endometrial cancer awareness organization Spot Her Campaign, says that it’s important for Black women to talk about their gynecology health in order to save lives.
“As women, it’s important that we speak up about gynecologic symptoms and advocate for our health when visiting our doctor,” Good told Contemporary OB/GYN. No matter how small or difficult a symptom may be to diagnose, it’s worth discussing with a trustworthy physician.
Pain During Intercourse
Unfortunately, endometrial cancer can also affect a woman’s sex life. Pain during intercourse may be an indicator of the disease as well. It can definitely put a lot of strain on any relationship; however, our health should always come first. By getting early testing done, we can catch major health scares before they arise.
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Finding A Mass In Your Pelvic Area
Making matters worse, some women may notice a lump or unusual bump in their vaginal area. At that point, it’s a good idea to schedule an appointment with your healthcare provider. The doctor might perform an Internal Pelvic Examination, where they can feel for any lumps or changes in the shape of the uterus.
Meagan Good experienced a similar health scare after her gynecologist discovered that she had an abnormality in her uterus. More testing indicated that it could potentially become cancerous and was removed immediately. Good’s experience with endometrial cancer has taught her to catch the problem quickly before it becomes fatal.
In the end, speaking up about gynecological health within the Black community can really help save the lives of others. Too many Black women are dying from the chronic disease due to stigmas and lack of education. Knowledge is power at the end of the day. The more we know about endometrial cancer, the more early screen testing can be done and save more Black lives.