1 of 9 / Overview
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Ovarian Cancer: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
Ovarian cancer starts in one or both ovaries, or in the fallopian tubes, or in the abdominal lining called the peritoneum.
What to Know About Ovarian Cancer Epidemiology
Learning more about ovarian cancer epidemiology can help doctors come up with more targeted treatments for the disease.
Ovarian Cancer in Black Women
Non-Hispanic Black women are less likely to get ovarian cancer than women of other races.
Ovarian Cancer in Younger Women
Women between the ages of 55 and 63 are most likely to get ovarian cancer. But it can happen in younger women, too.
2 of 9 / Symptoms
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Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer
In its early stages, ovarian cancer may not cause symptoms you would notice. Even as it advances, the signs can be unclear.
Ovarian Cyst vs. Ovarian Cancer
If your OB/GYN tells you that you have ovarian cysts, it might make you worry about ovarian cancer.
Ovarian Cancer and Weight Gain
You can have ovarian cancer but have few or no symptoms in the early stages. A sign that you may overlook is weight gain.
What to Know About Bloating and Ovarian Cancer
In some cases, bloating could be a symptom of ovarian cancer. The reason is because of fluid buildup inside the abdomen.
3 of 9 / Causes & Risks
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Does Breast Cancer Make Ovarian Cancer More Likely?
If you have breast cancer, or if someone in your family had it, that can play a role in whether you develop ovarian cancer.
Ovarian Cancer and Chlamydia: What’s the Link?
Experts aren't certain what causes ovarian cancer, but research has found a connection between the cancer and chlamydia.
Transgender Considerations for Ovarian Cancer
If you’re a transgender man and you still have your ovaries, you have some risk for ovarian cancer.
4 of 9 / Types
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What Are the Types of Ovarian Tumors?
The types of ovarian cancer are grouped by three main types of cells in the ovaries, and a tumor can develop in any of them.
Ovarian Cancer Germ Cell Tumors
An ovarian germ cell tumor is a growth in a woman's ovaries. Most of these tumors aren’t cancer.
Ovarian Epithelial Cancer
Ovarian epithelial cancer is the most common type of ovarian cancer. It begins on the outside of the ovaries.
Ovarian Low Malignant Potential Tumors
Ovarian low malignant potential tumors start in the tissue that covers the outside of the ovary. They usually grow slowly.
5 of 9 / Tests & Diagnosis
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How Is Ovarian Cancer Diagnosed?
If you or your doctor is concerned that you might have ovarian cancer, there is no single test that will tell you for sure.
Genetic Testing for Ovarian Cancer Risk
To gauge your odds of ovarian cancer, doctors run a test of your blood -- or sometimes saliva -- called the BRCA gene test.
What Is the CA-125 Test?
The CA-125 test looks for certain proteins in your blood. Ovarian cancer can be the reason for these proteins.
Advancements in Predicting Ovarian Cancer
While experts are constantly looking for better ways to screen and test for ovarian cancer, they haven’t had much success.
6 of 9 / Staging
View AllWhat Are the Stages of Ovarian Cancer?
For ovarian cancer, doctors figure out your stage by testing tissue samples from different parts of your pelvis and belly.
Stage I Ovarian Cancer
Stage I ovarian cancer when cancer is in one or both of your ovaries. But the cancer hasn't spread to any other areas.
Stage II Ovarian Cancer
If your doctor says you have stage II ovarian cancer, it means the cancer has moved beyond your ovaries to areas nearby.
Stage III Ovarian Cancer
Stage III ovarian cancer means the cancer is inside one or both of the ovaries or fallopian tubes and in the peritoneum.
7 of 9 / Treatment
View AllWhat Are the Treatments for Ovarian Cancer?
When you've been diagnosed with ovarian cancer, your doctor will work with you to decide what treatment is right for you.
The Cost of Ovarian Cancer
If you have ovarian cancer, you may be worried about your diagnosis and prognosis -- as well as the cost of treatment.
Ovarian Cancer: Latest Research
Ongoing research and treatment advances give women with advanced ovarian cancers more options and the chance to live longer.
What Is Photodynamic Therapy for Ovarian Cancer?
Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a promising way to kill ovarian cancer cells.
8 of 9 / Living With
View AllHow to Take Care of Yourself With Ovarian Cancer
With ovarian cancer, you may feel scared and overwhelmed. It’s important to make yourself a priority during this time.
Exercise and Ovarian Cancer
It’s no mystery why people may find it difficult to begin or keep an exercise routine after a diagnosis of ovarian cancer.
What Is an Oncology-Trained Dietitian?
Cancer dietitians can offer helpful tips for staying nourished during your ovarian cancer journey.
Fertility Treatments and Techniques After Ovarian Cancer
If you have ovarian cancer and want to have a child, fertility preservation techniques or fertility treatments could help.
9 of 9 / Complications, Metastasis & Recurrence
View AllOvarian Cancer and Other Conditions
If you’ve been diagnosed with ovarian cancer, there’s a chance you also may have one or more other medical conditions.
Ovarian Cancer: What to Know About Bowel Obstructions
A bowel obstruction can be a complication of ovarian cancer. You’re more likely to get this if your cancer is advanced.
What Is Primary Peritoneal Cancer?
Peritoneal cancer is related to the most common kind of ovarian cancer. The two illnesses cause some of the same symptoms.
Where Does Ovarian Cancer Spread?
When ovarian cancer spreads, cancer cells may reach your liver, lungs, or other places in your body.
Suggested Reads about Ovarian Cancer
The Plain Facts: 10 Things You Should Know About Ovarian Cancer Recurrence
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Caring For Yourself With Ovarian Cancer
Learn about ovarian cancer and ways to take care of yourself.
10 Tricks Women with Ovarian Cancer Use to Battle Pain
Find out where ovarian cancer patients typically experience pain, and discover the different ways to find relief during cancer treatment.
What People With Ovarian Cancer Wish You Knew
Here’s what people with ovarian cancer want you to know about this condition.
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