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Ep 24 | When Bleeding Isn't Just Perimenopause: The Need-to-Know about Gynecological Cancers

Perimenopause is already a rollercoaster—hot flashes, brain fog, and now…SURPRISE! cancer screenings.

In this episode of OvaryActive, Amy and Rebecca sit down with Gynecologic Oncologist Fernanda Musa, MD MS to tackle the less-fun-but-super-important reality: perimenopause is also prime time for gynecologic cancers.

Think of it as the sequel nobody asked for, but everybody needs to watch.

Dr. Musa brings her scalpel-sharp expertise (she is a surgeon, afterall ) and a refreshingly candid approach to topics we'd rather avoid. Cervical and uterine cancers and pesky fibroids that multiply like bad ex-boyfriends both made the list.

She tells you what's common, what's rare, and when you should actually worry. Hmmm…not every bloated belly means ovarian cancer, but you shouldn't ignore it either.

Bottom line? Now you'll know when to laugh off your perimenopausal chaos, and when to call your gynecologist.

What you'll hear in this episode:

[0:28] Guest intro: Dr. Fernanda Musa

[2:28] Understanding cervical cancer

[5:19] HPV screening and vaccines

[14:15] Symptoms & diagnosis of endometrial cancer

[18:11] Hormone therapy after uterine cancer

[20:28] Fibroids vs tumors (with symptoms!)

[25:55] Risks & symptoms of ovarian cancer

[32:23] Don't brush off abnormal bleeding!

[34:20] Final thoughts and encouragement

More about Dr. Fernanda Musa:

swedish.org/doctors/gynecologic-oncology/wa/everett/fernanda-musa-1700044054

Dr. Musa on Instagram @ferniebo

Follow the show @OvaryActive Instagram | YouTube

Meet the Docs:

More information about Dr. Rebecca Dunsmoor-Su:

Gennev: www.gennev.com/clinician/dr-rebecca-dunsmoor-su

LinkedIn @rebecca-dunsmoor-su

More information about Dr. Amy Voedisch:

Stanford Medical Clinic: stanfordhealthcare.org/doctors/v/amy-voedisch.html

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