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Ovarian Cancer

Ovarian cancer is considered a silent cancer because it has few symptoms in its earlier stages. By using the Ovarian Cancer Web Guide, you can learn about ovarian cancer, how it develops, risk factors and ovarian cancer treatment, and find advice on living after cancer.

What Is Ovarian Cancer?

Ovarian cancer is often not detected until it has progressed beyond the early stages, making it ... read more »

Ovarian Cancer Symptoms and Diagnosis

The symptoms of ovarian cancer can be very subtle and easily confused with other physical problems, ... read more »

Ovarian Cancer Risk

Unlike some cancers, ovarian cancer does not have many modifiable risks. That being said, there are some lifestyle changes that can be made to decrease the risk of developing cancer. Use the sites below to learn how you may reduce your ovarian cancer risk.

Insights for Ovarian Cancer Risk

  • There are a few lifestyle changes that can lower your risk for cancers in general. See the findingDulcinea Cancer Web Guide for more discussion of the ways to lower your risk.

Top Sites for Ovarian Cancer Risk

For information on ovarian cancer risk factors ...
Johns Hopkins Pathology reviews the conditions in which ovarian cancer occurs less frequently.
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National Cancer Institute reviews genetic testing for BRCA1 and BRCA2, genes that could indicate a higher risk of developing ovarian cancer. 
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For information on preventing ovarian cancer ...
Women's Health Matters offers ways to limit some of the risks for ovarian cancer, particularly for women who have a family history of the disease.
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Mayo Clinic reviews a surgery called oophorectomy, removal of the ovaries, as a way to prevent ovarian cancer in women at high risk of developing it. 
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National Cancer Institute covers prevention of ovarian cancer, including surgery and use of hormone replacement therapy.
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Ovarian Cancer Treatment

Cancer treatment usually involves any or all of the following: chemotherapy, radiation therapy and ... read more »

Ovarian Cancer Support

The Internet provides the opportunity to connect with people all over the country who can empathize ... read more »

Ovarian Cancer Survivors

As an ovarian cancer survivor, you have different needs and concerns than a person ... read more »

Ovarian Cancer Research

Get the most recent news on ovarian cancer research, as well as sites to help you ... read more »

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