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Estrogen-induced endometrial cancer typically develops when there's an imbalance between estrogen and progesterone hormones in your body. Your doctor can help determine this through several key indicators:

• Excessive thickness of the endometrial lining
• History of taking estrogen-only hormone therapy
• Development of Show Full Answer

Estrogen-induced endometrial cancer typically develops when there's an imbalance between estrogen and progesterone hormones in your body. Your doctor can help determine this through several key indicators:

• Excessive thickness of the endometrial lining
• History of taking estrogen-only hormone therapy
• Development of endometrial hyperplasia (especially with abnormal cells)
• Reproductive factors like early start of periods or late menopause Your healthcare provider will typically diagnose this through:

• Pelvic and physical examination
• Endometrial biopsy for tissue sampling
• Hysteroscopy to examine inside the uterus
• Transvaginal ultrasound to evaluate the endometrial lining
• Additional imaging tests if needed to check for cancer spread

If you're postmenopausal and experience vaginal bleeding, it's important to consult your doctor promptly as this can be a warning sign.

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