AS ONE of the most deadly cancers to affect women – chances are you know what ovarian cancer is. But can you name any of the symptoms? According to charity Target Ovarian Cancer a mere 3 per …
– This is often done after surgery to kill any remaining cells, using medicine. Sometimes it can be used as a method to shrink cancer before surgery.
If the cancer has spread too far around the body, the aim of treatment will be to help reduce symptoms and to control the cancer as much as possible.If you have any of the symptoms of ovarian cancer you should go and see your GP. Your doctor may then ask about your symptoms, feel your tummy for lumps, do an internal examination or enquire about any family history connected to ovarian cancer.
They may also take a sample of blood which is then sent off for tests to determine the levels of a substance called CA125 present. A high level of this substance, which is produced by some ovarian cancer cells, can be an indicator of ovarian cancer but could also indicate less serious things such as fibroids or pregnancy.Further tests may be carried out in hospital, including a CT scan, an X-ray or a needle bioposy, where cells are extracted from your ovaries.
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