How do you detect ovarian cancer?

Imaging tests can show whether a pelvic mass is present, but they cannot confirm that the mass is a cancer.These tests are also useful if your doctor is looking to see if ovarian cancer has spread (metastasized) to other tissues and organs. read more

Ovarian cancer is very rarely detected early stages, as symptoms often don't appear until later stages. If you aren’t sure whether you have symptoms, it is best to err on the side of caution and get checked by a doctor. If you do have ovarian cancer, the outcome is generally better when it is detected earlier. read more

Ovarian cancer treatment primarily focuses on surgery to remove the ovaries and uterus, and chemotherapy. As a result, some women will experience menopause symptoms. A recent study examined how hormone therapy (HT) affects quality of life after ovarian cancer treatment. read more