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Definition

Endometrial cancer is cancer that starts in the endometrium, the lining of the uterus (womb).

Symptoms

* Abnormal uterine bleeding, abnormal menstrual periods
o Bleeding between normal periods before menopause
o Vaginal bleeding or spotting after menopause
* Extremely long, heavy, or frequent episodes of vaginal bleeding after age 40
* Lower abdominal pain or pelvic cramping
* Thin white or clear vaginal discharge after menopause