Ovarian Cancer

- Risk factors: Family history, age, infertility and hormone replacement therapyMayo Clinic: Ovarian Cancer Risk Factors
- Most common in patients over 65
- No test for the disease
- Prevention: Birth control pills, pregnancy or a hysterectomy
- U.S. Deaths per year: 15,000Mayo Clinic: Ovarian Cancer-Definition

Ovarian cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the ovaries. It is the fifth leading cause of female deaths by cancer.Mayo Clinic: Ovarian Cancer-Definition
Symptoms

Though there are often no symptoms for ovarian cancer, several patients experience pelvic pain, abdominal bloating and difficulty eating. Medline Plus: Ovarian Cancer
Treatment

Standard treatment for the disease can include removal of the tumors through operations, targeted radiation therapy and chemotherapy. Recovery is common if the cancer is detected early, though this may prove difficult if symptoms are not present.WebMD: Ovarian Cancer Treatment Overview
Disclaimer

The content on this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact a physician for information on ovarian cancer.

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