Uterine Cancer (cont.)

It's important for you to take very good care of yourself before, during, and after cancer treatment. Taking care of yourself includes eating well so that you get the right amount of calories to maintain a good weight. You also need enough protein to keep up your strength. Eating well may help you feel better and have more energy.

Sometimes, especially during or soon after treatment, you may not feel like eating. You may be uncomfortable or tired. You may find that foods don't taste as good as they used to. In addition, the side effects of treatment (such as poor appetite, nausea, vomiting, or mouth blisters) can make it hard to eat well.

Your doctor, a registered dietitian, or another health care provider can suggest ways to help you meet your nutrition needs.

You'll need regular checkups (such as every 3 to 6 months) after treatment for uterine cancer. Checkups help ensure that any changes in your health are noted and treated if needed.

You should contact your doctor if you have any of the following health problems between checkups:

• Bleeding from your vagina, bladder, or rectum
• Bloated abdomen or swollen legs
• Pain in the abdomen or pelvis
• Shortness of breath or cough
• Loss of appetite or weight for no known reason

Uterine cancer may come back after treatment. Your doctor will check for return of cancer. Checkups may include a pelvic exam, lab tests (such as for CA-125), a chest x-ray, a CT scan, or an MRI.

Source: MedicineNet.com
http://www.medicinenet.com/uterine_cancer/article.htm