Advancing Cancer Care with Heart and Healing.
Good health is the state of mental, physical and
social well being and it does not just mean absence of diseases.
Advancing Cancer Care with Heart and Healing.
Good health is the state of mental, physical and
social well being and it does not just mean absence of diseases.
Ovarian is the 5th leading cause of cancer-related deaths in women. More than 300,000 cases of Ovarian Cancer are recorded globally. Cancer is usually diagnosed in women above 35 years of age and is most common in the age group of 55 to 64 years.
What is Ovarian Cancer?
Ovarian Cancer, as the name suggests, is cancer that originates from the cells of the Ovaries, which form a part of the female reproductive tract. These are broadly classified into 4 different types, i.e., epithelial ovarian cancer, germ cell ovarian tumours, sex cord-stromal tumours and borderline ovarian tumours. Ovarian Cancer is generally very aggressive and may even resist certain treatments if diagnosed at a later stage.
What are the symptoms of Ovarian Cancer?
The classic symptoms of Ovarian Cancer include:
When should you see a Specialist?
It is advisable to see a specialist as soon as you detect any of the above-mentioned symptoms. All these just point towards the possibility of you having ovarian cancer but are not definitive. In order to confirm whether a patient has ovarian cancer or not, doctors perform some physical examinations and tests. The sooner you consult a specialist, the quicker your diagnosis will be, leading to better treatment outcomes.
What causes Ovarian Cancer?
There is no specific cause that can be pinpointed and it can be the result of several factors that can disrupt the normal functioning of the DNA, leading to abnormal cell reproduction. These factors include:
Modalities used for the diagnosis of Ovarian Cancer
Treatment options available for Ovarian Cancer
