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 Signs and Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer
  • Abdominal pressure, bloating, or discomfort
  • Nausea, indigestion, or gas
  • Urinary frequency, constipation, or diarrhea
  • Abnormal bleeding
  • Unusual fatigue
  • Unexplained weight loss or gain
  • Shortness of breath

Take action if any symptoms last more than 2-3 weeks.
Consult a healthcare professional if any symptoms persist and they are unusual for you. Experts recommend a pelvic/rectal exam, a transvaginal ultrasound and a CA125 test.
Pap smears test only for cervical cancer. If ovarian cancer is suspected ask to see a gynecological oncologist.

95% of patients with ovarian cancer report symptoms, most commonly:
  • abdominal (77%)
  • gastrointestinal (70%)
  • pain (58%)
  • constitutional (50%)
  • urinary (34%)
  • pelvic (26%)


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Related publications

JAMA, June 09, 2004 --- Volume 291, No. 22

Goff et al. (2000) Cancer 89, 2068-75

Eltabbakh et al. (1999) Gyn. Onc. 75, 476-479
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For more information, go to ovariancancer.jhmi.edu

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