Cervical cancer

Cervical cancer is cancer that starts in the neck of the womb (the cervix).

Ovarian cancer

Ovarian cancer is when abnormal cells in the ovary grow in an uncontrolled way.

Womb cancer

The womb is the pear shaped muscular bag that holds a baby during pregnancy. Most womb cancers start in the lining of the womb. They are also called uterine or endometrial cancer.

Vaginal cancer

Vaginal cancer is very rare. It starts in the vagina and is more common in older women. 

Vulval cancer

Vulval cancer is a rare cancer. It can start in any part of the female external sex organs, the vulva.
Last reviewed: 
10 Feb 2022
Next review due: 
10 Feb 2025
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