Get the facts about Ovarian Cancer
Information provided by the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance
- Ovarian cancer is the deadliest of the gynecological cancers.
- Ovarian cancer occurs in 1 in 55 women at any age.
- This year, 23,100 women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer, and 14,000 women will die.
- Detected early and treated properly, more than 90% of women survive longer than 5 years.
- Pap tests RARELY detect ovarian cancer.
- Abdominal pressure, bloating, or discomfort.
- Nausea, indigestion, or gas.
- Urinary frequency, constipation, or diarrhea.
- Abnormal bleeding.
- Unusual fatigue.
- Unexplained weight loss or gain.
- Shortness of breath.
- Family or personal history of ovarian, breast or colon cancer.
- Not bearing children.
- Increasing age.
- Oral contraceptives.
- Pregnancy and breast feeding.
- Tubal ligation.
- Hysterectomy.
- Removal of the ovaries.
- Have an annual vaginal/rectal pelvic exam.
- If you have symptoms or are at high risk, ask for a transvaginal ultrasound and a CA125 blood test.
- If ovarian cancer is suspected, consult a gynecologic oncologist - a specialist in treating gynecologic cancers. For referral in your area, call the Gynecologic Cancer Foundation at 1-800-444-444.
Phone:: 818-985-0288
OCC
P.O. Box 40035
Studio City, CA 91614
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