When caught early, endometrial cancer has a high survival rate, but what if it could be prevented altogether with the help of a common drink?
Scientists from the National Shanghai Center for New Drug Safety Evaluation and Research analyzed seven published studies on the role of green and black tea in the prevention of endometrial cancer.
Although they cautioned that more studies are needed, the scientists found that existing research reveals that consuming tea might provide protection from endometrial cancer, which starts in the endometrium — the lining of the uterus. That’s exciting news for women who love tea!
Green tea was found to have a better cancer-protecting benefit than black tea. Increased tea drinking (around two cups daily) was linked with a 25% reduced risk of having endometrial cancer.
The new analysis was published in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
The number of new cases of endometrial cancer in the US in 2009 was predicted by the National Cancer Institute to be 42,160 with 7,780 deaths.
According to Mayo Clinic, some of the symptoms of endometrial cancer include any bleeding after menopause, prolonged periods or bleeding between periods, painful intercourse, unintended weight loss, unusual (nonbloody) discharge and pelvic pain. Unlike ovarian cancer which is much harder to detect, endometrial cancer is often caught early due to the bleeding symptom.
Endometrial cancer is diagnosed by physical exam, transvaginal ultrasound, endometrial biopsy or dilation and curettage (D and C). Treatment includes the surgical removal of the uterus and possibly tubes and ovaries as well. More advanced endometrial cancer may require additional treatments such as radiation, chemo or hormone therapy.
Do you drink green tea for its potential health benefits?
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