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What are the symptoms of ovarian cancer vs ovarian cysts?

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Some time ago, I had an MRI for a suspected groin injury. read more

Ovarian cancer starts in the cells lining the ovaries. Ovarian cysts are closed fluid-filled sac-like structures in the ovaries. Ovarian cancer and cysts have similar symptoms and signs, for example, pain during intercourse, pelvic pain, and urinary problems. Most ovarian cancers occur in postmenopausal women 45-70 years of age. read more

Ovarian cysts and ovarian cancer both cause growths in the ovary. The difference between ovarian cysts vs. cancer is that cysts are usually benign and require no treatment, whereas ovarian cancer continues to grow and spread to surrounding organs unless the tumor is removed and treated. read more