Category: ovarian cancer

Understanding the Signs and Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer

Ovarian cancer, often referred to as the "silent killer," can be challenging to detect early due to its subtle symptoms. Ovarian cancer originates in the ovaries, which are part of...

Posted in ovarian cancer, symptoms; Posted 9 months ago by Andreas Obermair

Can aspirin help reduce risk of developing ovarian cancer?

The potential role of aspirin in preventing ovarian cancer is an area of intense, ongoing research.

Posted in ovarian cancer; Posted 15 months ago by Andreas Obermair

What stage of ovarian cancer requires chemotherapy?

The decision to use chemotherapy in ovarian cancer is based on the cell type (type of ovarian cancer) and the stage of the disease, among other factors.

Posted in ovarian cancer, chemotherapy; Posted 16 months ago by Andreas Obermair

Does lynch syndrome always lead to cancer?

Lynch syndrome is an inherited cancer syndrome associated with a genetic predisposition to developing different cancer types.

Posted in lynch, cancer risk, ovarian cancer, endometrial cancer; Posted 2 years ago by Andreas Obermair

The implications of BRCA gene mutation

People who inherit BRCA gene mutations are at an increased risk of developing breast cancer and ovarian cancer compared with the general population.

Posted in BRCA, ovarian cancer; Posted 3 years ago by Andreas Obermair

The early warning signs of ovarian cancer

Ovarian cancer can be difficult to detect early due to a lack of symptoms in the early stages.

Posted in ovarian cancer, symptoms; Tagged Ovarian Cancer; Posted 3 years ago by Andreas Obermair

Secondary Cytoreduction for Ovarian Cancer

Secondary cytoreduction for ovarian cancer has been hotly debated in the last year. Two large clinical trials, published only two years apart, came to contradicting conclusions.

Posted in ovarian cancer, recurrence; Posted 3 years ago by Andreas Obermair

I've tested positive for the BRCA gene. What comes next?

The genes most commonly tested for breast and ovarian cancer are BRCA1 and BRCA2. If a woman tests positive for faulty BRCA genes it is possible to benefit from measures...

Posted in BRCA, ovarian cancer; Posted 3 years ago by Andreas Obermair

Is ovarian cancer still considered a disease of the elderly?

Ovarian cancer is mostly a disease diagnosed in elderly women. Ovarian cancer can be diagnosed at any age, although it usually occurs in women who have been through menopause.

Posted in ovarian cancer, diagnosis, demographics; Posted 3 years ago by Andreas Obermair

Can ovarian cancer develop after having ovaries removed?

Risk-reducing surgery may be recommended to remove both ovaries for prevention of ovarian cancer. While very uncommon, it’s possible to be diagnosed with ovarian cancer after the ovaries have been removed.

Posted in ovarian cancer, prevention, risk, recurrence; Posted 3 years ago by Andreas Obermair

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