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.
For more information, go to ovariancancer.jhmi.edu
95% of patients with ovarian cancer report symptoms, most commonly:
- abdominal (77%)
- GI (70%)
- pain (58%)
- constitutional (50%)
- urinary (34%)
- pelvic (26%)
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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