Signs and Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer

Early Signs and Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer Ovarian cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the ovaries. Ovarian cancer is difficult to detect in the early stages, because it produces symptoms that are too common and can be misunderstood with other problems. According to the American Cancer Society, only about 20% of cases are diagnosed at an early stage and the rest are detected at advanced stages.

What are the early symptoms of ovarian cancer?

Following are some of the major signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer. ⚫

Abdominal pain

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Bloating

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Feeling full quickly

⚫ Urgent need to urinate ⚫

difficulty eating

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Tiredness or low energy

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Pressure in the pelvis or lower back

These could be early Signs and Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer which are often misunderstood as common digestive problems. The advanced stage ovarian cancer produces several non-specific symptoms, which are- pain or discomfort in the pelvis area, weight loss, irregular bowel movements, abdominal swelling, etc.

When to See a Doctor?

If all these signs or symptoms are bothering you, consult a doctor immediately. If you have a family history of ovarian or breast cancer, you are at the risk of ovarian cancer. In this case, your doctor may refer you to a genetic counselor to carry out tests for certain gene mutations that increase your risk of breast and ovarian cancers.

Types of Ovarian Cancers There are different types of ovarian cancers. The type of cell where cancer begins determines what type of ovarian cancer you have. ⚍

Epithelial Tumors- Epithelial tumors begin in the thin layer of tissue covering the outside of ovaries. Majority of ovarian cancers are epithelial tumors.

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Germ Cell Tumors- These tumors begin in the egg producing cells. Germ cell tumors are rare and generally occur in younger women.

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Stromal Tumors- Stromal Tumors begin in the hormone-producing cells. About 7% of the ovarian tumors are stromal. These tumors are also diagnosed at an earlier stage.

As the famous saying goes “Prevention is better than Cure�. Adopting a healthy lifestyle, eating nutritious food, exercising and using Megamin Activ can help you prevent ovarian cancer.

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