Sarcoma Awareness Month

Peach Corps Shines a Light on the Overlooked Connections Between Sarcoma and Gynecological Conditions

July is Sarcoma Awareness Month, and at Peach Corps, we’re joining the global movement to raise awareness of this rare but serious cancer sarcoma while drawing attention to how it intersects with chronic gynecological conditions like endometriosis, PCOS, and adenomyosis.

Though sarcomas are uncommon, understanding their symptoms and how they can be mistaken for or coexist with other reproductive health disorders is vital in promoting early detection, accurate diagnosis, and equitable care.

🧬 What is Sarcoma?

Sarcomas are rare cancers that begin in the bones or soft tissues, such as muscle, fat, nerves, and blood vessels. Some types, like uterine sarcomas, affect reproductive organs and are often misdiagnosed as fibroids, adenomyosis, or even severe endometriosis.

Key symptoms may include:

• Unexplained abdominal or pelvic pain
• Rapidly growing mass or swelling
• Unusual bleeding or fatigue
• Changes in menstrual cycles

🔄 Overlapping Symptoms: Why It Matters

Many individuals living with endometriosis, PCOS, or adenomyosis experience pelvic pain, irregular periods, and inflammation, all of which may overlap with early sarcoma symptoms. This overlap can delay cancer diagnosis, especially in marginalized populations where access to specialty care is limited.

💡 Did You Know?

• Uterine sarcomas may present similarly to adenomyosis or endometriosis.
• Chronic inflammation in PCOS and endo may contribute to higher long-term cancer risks.
• Misdiagnosis or delayed referrals can drastically affect patient outcomes.

🎗️ Why We’re Speaking Up This Month

Peach Corps is committed to ensuring that awareness doesn’t stop at diagnosis. We believe in equipping individuals with the tools, language, and support they need to navigate complex reproductive health conditions whether that’s chronic pain from endo or a life-altering sarcoma diagnosis.

This Sarcoma Awareness Month, we honor every warrior facing rare cancer and we recommit to pushing for earlier detection, better education, and gender-inclusive care.

💛 Help Us Continue This Work

Your donations make it possible for Peach Corps to provide:

✅ Monthly peer-led support groups
✅ Awareness campaigns on cancer risks in gynecological health
✅ Outreach to underserved communities
✅ Holistic reproductive health education

👉 Click here to donate or visit our website:
🌐 www.peachcorps.org

Together, we can break the silence around sarcoma and reproductive health.
Together, we can save lives.

With gratitude,
Appiah Theresa Catherine
Peach Corps