Video: Finding Signs of Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian cancer is rare and usually discovered at a late stage. The signs and symptoms are subtle and not dissimilar from other abdominal or pelvic complaints.
The key is that they are persistent.
In this video, Elizabeth Poynor, MD, PhD, a Manhattan-based gynecologic oncologist describes this not as a 'silent cancer' but, as a cancer which 'whispers.'
Workup includes the disease includes a pelvic exam, a transvaginal ultrasound and possibly a CT scan.
CA 125 is a blood test which is useful in following women who have been treated for an ovarian cancer to monitor a recurrence. It is not sensitive enough to detect early ovarian cancer nor specific enough because it may be elevated in benign conditions.
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Allison Gilbert: 7 Days Post Op: My Journey to Prevent Ovarian Cancer
It's pretty amazing to see what your ovaries and fallopian tubes really look like. I stared at the picture in awe. My children were once inside that pouch.
Allison Gilbert: 14 Days Post-Op: My Journey to Prevent Ovarian Cancer
So far, surgical menopause is just something I was anticipating and fearing - but haven't had to deal with -- and maybe never will.
Kathy Plesser, MD: Video: Prevention Steps for Breast & Ovarian Cancer
It is important to seek out health professionals, genetic counselors or doctors who are qualified to identify these and advise how to lower one's risk.
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