Ovarian Cancer Symptoms
Ovarian cancer has no specific signs or symptoms in the early stages of the disease.
There may be some vague, non-specific symptoms, which are often ignored. However, if any
of the symptoms persist, it is essential to have them evaluated by a doctor immediately.
Only a physician can assess whether the symptoms are an indication of early ovarian
cancer.
Possible symptoms of Ovarian cancer
- sense of pelvic heaviness
- vague lower abdominal discomfort
- vaginal bleeding
- weight gain or loss
- abnormal menstrual cycles
- unexplained back pain that worsens over time
- increased abdominal girth
- non specific gastrointestinal symptoms:
- increased gas
- indigestion
- lack of appetite
- nausea and vomiting
- inability to ingest usual volumes of food
- bloating
Additional symptoms that may be associated with Ovarian Cancer
- increased urinary frequency/urgency
- excessive hair growth
Since Ovarian Cancer has no sign or symptoms in the early stages
of the disease the it would be advantageous to follow this advice.
Having regular pelvic examinations
may decrease the overall risk; however, no definitive prevention strategy is known.
Screening tests for ovarian cancer remains a very active research area.
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