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OVARIAN CANCER
Ovarian Cancer Diagnosis
Only a biopsy, which requires surgery, can establish an ovarian cancer diagnosis. But your doctor may be able to feel an enlarged ovary during a pelvic exam.
Category,
OVARIAN CANCER
Ovarian Cancer Types
There are more than 30 different ovarian cancer types, mostly named after the type of cell in which the cancer began. Here’s what you should know about the types.
Category,
OVARIAN CANCER
Ovarian Cancer Causes
As with most illnesses, ovarian cancer causes include factors in your genetics and personal history that are beyond your control, but you can reduce your risk.
Signs and Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer
In the early stages, the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer are easy to blame on indigestion, IBS, or aging. See a doctor if your sensations aren’t normal.
Ovarian Cancer Genetic Testing
Scientists have zeroed in on the genetic mutations that are linked to ovarian cancer. Not all women need to take these tests, however. Here’s what you should know.
Ovarian Cancer Stages
Ovarian cancer stages are based on how far the cancer cells have spread, which is determined during surgery. Here’s what you should know.
Ovarian Cancer Treatment
Surgery and chemotherapy are key ovarian cancer treatments, as with other cancers. Early surgery can keep more than 90 percent of women from dying of the cancer.
Why Cancer Treatment Should Include Psychological Help
A cancer diagnosis and cancer treatment can be overwhelming. Find out why cancer treatment should include psychological help and how to find needed support.
What Is Ovarian Cancer?
Ovarian cancer is one of the most difficult cancers to spot early, when treatment is most effective. Learn risk factors and symptoms that can be warning signs.
Breast Cancer
Learn about breast cancer and its connection to ovarian cancer.
Cervical Cancer
What you should know about cervical cancer.
Birth Control and Cancer Prevention
If you’ve taken birth control pills for a while, there’s good and bad news about breast and cervical cancer. Talk to your doctor about your own vulnerabilities.
Is Cancer Hereditary?
Some cancers may be more common within some families, and you are more likely to inherit them. A better question than "is cancer hereditary" may be: Is cancer genetic?