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The early symptoms of ovarian cancer are not specific, so diagnosis is usually late in the disease. If your visit to the gastroenterologist shows nothing, you should see the gynecologist as soon as possible, as you may find that these are the first signs of ovarian cancer. The earlier ovarian cancer is found, the greater the chances of a cure. Check what are the early symptoms of ovarian cancer.

The early symptoms of ovarian cancerare fairly secretive. - They often resemble gastric symptoms, i.e. a feeling of bloating, indigestion, fullness after meals, and these are the main symptoms that do not necessarily directly suggest that it may be ovarian cancer - says Dr. n. med. Lubomir Bodnar from the Oncology Clinic at the Military Medical Institute.

Ovarian cancer can be diagnosed at any age, but there are definitely more cases of these diseases in women in their 50s. The peak incidence falls between the ages of 50 and 65, and that's when the most cases are recorded - adds the expert.

There are no ovarian cancer screening tests or other preventive tests that would allow an early detection of ovarian cancer, so it is important to observe your own body, and when alarming symptoms appear, you should see a doctor as soon as possible.

Early, first symptoms of ovarian cancer

The early symptoms of ovarian cancer are not specific and can often suggest other, milder conditions. Apart from the three above-mentioned symptoms, may also appear: ¹

  • pelvic and abdominal pains
  • urinary symptoms (bladder pressure, urination disorders)

Ailments indicating malignant neoplasm of the ovary also include:

  • irregular periods
  • abdominal size increase
  • general fatigue

These symptoms can be related to another medical condition, and most of them occur almost equally in women who do not have ovarian cancer.

An alarming signal is the increased frequency of symptoms.

A woman struggling with the above symptoms should see not only a gastroenterologist but also a gynecologist, as there is a risk of developing ovarian cancer. These symptoms should make you vigilantespecially in perimenopausal women. In addition to gynecological examination, the doctor may perform ultrasound, blood tests to determine the value of tumor markers, and in justified cases also computed tomography.

Unfortunately, doctors are currently unable to detect ovarian cancer in asymptomatic women simply, easily and effectively. There are many attempts around the world to determine the value of such tests as CA-125 - a cancer marker taken from the blood, gynecological examination or transvaginal ultrasound - emphasizes Dr. n. med. Lubomir Bodnar. One of the few methods of assessing the risk of ovarian cancer, apart from family history, is testing the presence of mutations in the BRCA1 / 2 gene.

Ovarian cancer - early detection gives better chance of survival

Each year over approx. 3 thousand A Polish woman learns that she has ovarian cancer. According to the data of the National Cancer Registry, about 15 percent. diagnoses concern women under 40 years of age.

Ovarian cancer is responsible for the death of approximately 2,600 Polish women each year. The diagnosis of cancer at an early stage gives 80-90 percent. chance for 5-year survival, while the advanced stage allows it only in approx. 25 percent. Unfortunately, about 70 percent. ovarian cancer is detected in the advanced stage of the disease. More than half of women diagnosed with advanced ovarian cancer survive the age of five. As a result, ovarian cancer is called the "silent killer of women"

Ovarian Cancer Early Symptoms - Where Can I Get Help?

Few people know that treating cancers of the reproductive organ, i.e. female tumors of the "intimate sphere" are de alt with by gynecologists and oncologists. One of the goals of the educational campaign "For her. We can do more "is to make women who have been diagnosed with ovarian cancer aware of the fact that it is worth visiting an experienced doctor of this specialization.

The campaign website www.dlaniejmozemywiecej.pl also includes a map of centers where you can seek specialist help in gynecological and oncological problems.

Dr hab. n. med. Lubomir Bodnar - ovarian cancer gives no symptoms for a long time

Source: lifestyle.newseria.pl

Source:

1. Green Book. Ovarian cancer: prevention, diagnosis, treatment, Polish Cancer Society

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