Can Ovarian Cancer Be Detected Early?
Most women will survive ovarian cancer if it is detected at
an early stage. But most cases are detected late. Can women
rely on their bodies to tell them if they have this cancer?
Did You Know?: Symptoms of ovarian cancer can mimic some GI
disorders
Although most gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms are related to
problems originating in the GI tract, ovarian cancer can
also cause bowel problems. Research is lending strong
support to the idea that ovarian cancer often causes a
cluster of vague but ...
Understanding Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
It may not be a household word, but
polycystic ovarian syndrome, or PCOS, is a common endocrine
abnormality that affects five to seven percent of women of
reproductive age. It is one of the leading causes of
infertility in women and ...
Ovarian Cancer: Not So Silent?
Doctors and cancer advocates have traditionally been at a
loss when it comes to making recommendations to women for
the early detection of ovarian cancer. But a new study
suggests women with ovarian cancer often have symptoms prior
to diagnosis.
What Are the Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer?
Most women will survive ovarian cancer if it is detected at
an early stage. But most cases are detected late. Can women
rely on their bodies to tell them if they have this cancer?
Can You Be Screened for Ovarian Cancer?
Ovarian cancer is one of the hardest to detect, a "silent"
disease that is usually discovered only when it has already
reached an advanced stage. No medically sanctioned screening
test has yet been developed. But this doesn't mean that ...
Irene used to get red-faced at
parties. But it wasn't until her doctor made the connection
between her irregular periods and her flushing that she
learned she had carcinoid syndrome.