How To Know If You Are At Risk For Ovarian Cancer?
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Ovarian cancer, just after cervical and uterine cancer, is the third most common gynaecological cancer seen in women worldwide. It is known to be a silent killer due to its asymptomatic nature and slow tumour growth. It’s not clear what causes ovarian cancer, but it starts when cells in or near the ovaries develop mutations and start to multiply abnormally, creating a mass (tumour) of cancer cells due to rapid cell growth at the cost of healthy cells.
Whether you have ovarian cancer or know someone recovering from it, knowing what to expect can help you cope. In this blog, we will learn all about ovarian cancer, including risk factors, diagnosis, prevention and treatment methods.
Depending on which type of cell the cancer is at, the doctor determines the subsequent treatment. Ovarian cancer types include:
The more relatives you have with ovarian cancer, the higher your risk. Your family history of ovarian cancer put you at higher risk. You may want to talk with your healthcare provider about genetic testing. Gene testing can tell you if you have an inherited gene mutation that raises your risk.
Dr. M.G. Kartheeka, MBBS, MD
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A risk factor is anything that increases your chance of getting an illness. But having a risk factor or even many does not mean that you will certainly get it. However, the risk of developing epithelial ovarian cancer may increase for women with the following risk factors:
Although these symptoms can be easily confused with other problems and are not always noticeable in the early stages, women with ovarian cancer often report the following symptoms:
There’s no sure way to prevent ovarian cancer. But there may be ways to reduce your risk, measures such as:
The most common symptoms of ovarian cancer include bloating, pelvic pain, weight loss, fatigue, feeling full quickly, changes in bowel habits, such as constipation and frequent urination. If you’ve been experiencing one or many of these signs, consult a doctor today.
A woman’s risk of getting high malignant ovarian cancer during her lifetime is about 1 in 78 and about 1 in 108 for dying from it. Ovarian cysts are also common but most ovarian cysts are not harmful, don’t cause symptoms and do not create future risk for ovarian cancer. So, just because you’ve hit menopause or do not plan on getting pregnant, you aren’t doomed with ovarian cancer. Just make sure you follow timely testing for ovarian cancer and your reproductive health.
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Disclaimer: The information included on this site is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment by a healthcare professional. Because of unique individual needs, the reader should consult their physician to determine the appropriateness of the information for the reader’s situation.
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