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Charity wants people with gynaecological cancers might be missing out on early diagnosis

Fri, 01 Oct 2021

Cat Tracey, Senior Sister within Manx Care’s Women’s Health Team.
Cat Tracey, Senior Sister within Manx Care’s Women’s Health Team.

People on the Isle of Man with gynaecological cancers might be missing out on an early diagnosis because they are unsure about the signs and symptoms, warns charity.

Macmillan Cancer Support is warning gynaecological cancers are more likely to be curable if diagnosed early.

However, common myths around smear tests and early detection are stopping people from going to the doctor, putting lives at risk. 

Cat Tracy, Senior Sister within Manx Care’s Women’s Health Team, works closely with the team at Macmillan Cancer Support and commented: “I’d really urge anyone who’s worried about the signs and symptoms of gynaecological cancers to speak to their GP  – and please don’t be embarrassed about it! If people are concerned about anything to do with their health, it’s important to get checked out as soon as possible. Early diagnosis can be key to successful treatment. There is plenty of support here on the Island for people to seek advice and reassurance – we’re here to help and we want to see you.”

The Women’s Health Team has taken part in the following two videos discussing gynaecological cancer here.


 

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