Understanding Signs and Symptoms - Ovarian Cancers Awareness Month
- Abdominal Cancers Alliance
- Sep 8
- 1 min read
Updated: Sep 30
Signs and symptoms of ovarian cancers can be similar to other conditions and are often non-specific.
1️⃣ Abdominal or pelvic pain/tenderness and back pain
2️⃣ Abdominal swelling and bloating
3️⃣ Fatigue
4️⃣ Unexplained weight gain/loss
5️⃣ Changes in bowel function, constipation
6️⃣ Feeling full after a small amount of food
Follow along with the Abdominal Cancers Alliance all month long as we share information about Ovarian Cancers.
There are several kinds of malignant tumors that originate from the tissue covering the ovary or lining the fallopian tube or peritoneum. These include epithelial (serous) ovarian, fallopian tube, and primary peritoneal cancers. Since these tumors have common origins and are treated the same way, they are collectively referred to as “ovarian cancers.”
Ovarian cancers affects women of all ages; however, it is most commonly diagnosed after menopause. The strongest risk factors are advancing age and a family history of ovarian or breast cancer. Some ovarian cancers are genetically linked through genes, such as BRCA1 and BRCA2, while the cause of most cases remains unknown.
Arm yourself—and your loved ones—with the information that matters.
Even the most proactive patients and advocates can only act on what they know. Help us spread the word about ovarian cancers!
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