Your doctor can tell you how these numbers may apply to you, as he or she is familiar with the aspects of your particular situation. For all types of ovarian cancer, the 5-year relative survival is 47%. Women diagnosed when they are younger than 65 do better than older women. read more
In stage 2 ovarian cancer, the cancer is in one or both ovaries and has spread to elsewhere within the pelvis. Stage 2A means it has gone from the ovaries to the fallopian tubes, the uterus, or to both. read more
You can die from any type of cancer. But you can also survive any type of cancer. Do not pay attention to statistics as all individuals are different. I know a remarkable young lady right now who is doing extremely well after stage IV abdominal cancer. read more