Ovarian Cancer – Fact Sheet

1. Ovarian cancer = Cancer of the ovary (organ that produces eggs)

2. Cause – not know

3. Deadly cancer. Also caller 'Silent killer'

  •   Presents with non-specific symptoms (early satiety, post-meal distention, weight loss)
  •   No bleeding problem/pain

4. Easily missed, usually treated as gastritis in the beginning.

5. Prevention: regular gynaecological check-up and scan

6. Key: Don't ignore the symptoms

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