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Health Encyclopedia: Ovarian Cancer Symptoms
- Ovarian Cancer - Symptoms
- Ovarian Cancer Genetic Causes
- Introduction
- Causes
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- Diagnosis
- Prognosis
Symptoms
Ovarian cancer grows quickly and can progress from early to advanced stages within a year. Early symptoms are often vague and may resemble those of less serious conditions, such as menstrual disorders and intestinal illnesses. Still, a 2005 study found that many women complain of abdominal swelling and pain at least 6 - 12 months before a diagnosis.
Only around 20% of ovarian cancers are found at an early stage. Paying attention to symptoms can help improve a womans chances of being diagn...
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