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Breast Sarcoma
A breast cancer that is caused by abnormally proliferating cells arises from mesenchymal cells.
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Overview
What is uterine cancer? Uterine cancer is a cancer that forms in tissues of the uterus, which is sometimes called the womb. The uterus is the place where a fetus grows during pregnancy. There are two types of uterine cancer: Endometrial cancer is the most common type. This type of cancer begins in the cells lining the uterus, known as the endometrium. Uterine sarcoma is a rare, more aggressive cancer that is harder to treat. This type of cancer begins in muscle or other tissues in the uterus. Who is more likely to develop uterine cancer? Uterine cancer usually happens after menopause. The cause is unknown. However, some factors and conditions that change the balance of hormones in your body…
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