Endocrine cancer

A DXA scan can help to diagnose osteoporosis or identify if you are at risk of developing it in the future. It can also be used to detect other bone disorders and conditions, such as osteopenia, brittle bone disease, and osteomalacia.

A CT scan is used to produce internal cross-sectional images of the body. The images aid the detection of disease and injury, allowing effective treatment planning.

A diagnostic endoscopy is an examination to look at your internal organs using an instrument called an endoscope.

A biopsy is a procedure to remove and examine a sample of tissue from a lump or suspicious area of the body.

A small sample of cells may be taken from the lining of your womb, cervix or vagina by a gynaecologist or specialist nurse.

Itching (pruritus) is an unpleasant sensation causing you to respond by scratching.

An MRI is a type of scan that creates detailed images of the inside of your body. Your doctor or healthcare professional has recommended an MRI scan because it is the best way to make an accurate diagnosis of your condition.

The ovaries are part of the female reproductive system and sit either side of the womb.

PET-CT scan (or Position Emission Tomography Computed Tomography scan) uses X-rays and a radioactive tracer to take a detailed 3D picture inside your body. It shows areas where cells are more active than usual.

Adnexal surgery is performed on the organs near your uterus such as your ovaries, fallopian tubes or on ovarian cysts.

Chemotherapy is the use of chemicals or drugs (cytotoxic agents) to disrupt or stop the growth of cancer cells.

Your endocrine system is made up of all the glands in your body that produce hormones. If your hormone levels become unbalanced your endocrine system signals one or more of these glands to correct the level.

If conservative methods to treat adrenal gland problems do not work for you, your consultant may recommend surgery.

An ovarian cystectomy can be carried out through two different types of surgery.

Palliative care is a medical and nursing speciality that focus on controlling symptoms and providing support for patients, and their families with any serious illness.

A parathyroidectomy is a surgical procedure to remove one or more diseased parathyroid gland(s).

Problems with the pituitary gland are rare but they may include benign (non-cancerous) growths or tumours.

Radiotherapy uses high-energy particles or waves, such as X-rays, gamma rays or protons, to destroy or damage cancer cells.