Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome (HBOC)
Hereditary breast and ovarian cancer syndrome, known as HBOC, refers to a predisposition to develop cancer that is passed down through the generations of a family. HBOC is inherited in … Continued
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How to Cope With Cancer
A cancer diagnosis of any type can stress both body and mind, but ovarian cancer takes a particularly high psychological toll on those living with the disease, according to recent research. … Continued
Ascites and Ovarian Cancer
More than one-third of women with ovarian cancer develop ascites (pronounced uh٠SAI٠teez), an accumulation of fluid in the abdomen. Ascites, which also occurs in people with liver disease and occasionally … Continued
Exercise and Ovarian Cancer
Physical activity has been touted as important for a whole host of reasons, from bone health to mental health and everything in between. But what are the benefits of exercise … Continued
Science Made Simple: Immunotherapy
When it comes to cancer treatments, immunotherapy is a method of boosting our body’s defenses, collectively known as our immune system, so that the cancer-fighting cells can more effectively attack … Continued
Metastatic Ovarian Cancer
Metastatic ovarian cancer is cancer that has spread from the ovaries, or the fallopian tubes, to parts of the body outside the site of origin. Ovarian cancer that has metastasized … Continued
High-Grade Serous Carcinoma
High-grade serous carcinoma is the most common type of ovarian cancer, accounting for approximately 75% of epithelial ovarian cancers. Because it is the most common type of ovarian cancer, it is … Continued
Does Ovarian Cancer Stop Periods?
No, ovarian cancer does not stop your period in and of itself. It is still possible to menstruate with the presence of the disease in your body. That being said, … Continued
What is Lynch Syndrome?
Inherited gene mutations, such as BRCA 1 and BRCA 2, can increase the risk of developing ovarian cancer as well as uterine (endometrial) cancer. Some of these mutations, which affect … Continued
Can You Get Ovarian Cancer At Any Age?
Ovarian cancer is the seventh most commonly occurring cancer in women worldwide, and causes more deaths than any other type of female reproductive cancer. In the United States, it ranks … Continued
Egg Freezing for Ovarian Cancer Patients
Fertility preservation is an important consideration for many young ovarian cancer patients and one common procedure is egg freezing. Here are common questions and considerations to take into account while … Continued
How is Ovarian Cancer Diagnosed?
There are several types of ovarian cancer, and while they may have different origins, treatments, and prognosis, they all affect the ovaries and can be diagnosed with similar tests and … Continued