For EVERYONE
Ovarian
Cancer information and awareness is not just a female issue! It is a people
issue. If you are a female and your symptoms are discounted at your physicians
office, you are empowered to seek a second or third opinion! If you are
male and your partner presents with these symptoms, you must be alert,
and as difficult as it might be, you must be prepared to address the possibility
of Ovarian Cancer to your partner. MPower Florida and Survivors for Ovarian
Cancer Awareness want everyone to realize that the earlier this disease
is diagnosed, the greater the survival rate!
Ovarian Cancer Symptoms
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Bloating, a feeling of fullness,
gas
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Frequent or urgent urination
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Nausea, indigestion, constipation,
diarrhea
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Menstrual disorders, pain during
intercourse
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Fatigue, backaches
TAKE ACTION if any of these symptoms
last more than 2 - 3 weeks. Experts suggest a COMBINATION pelvic/ rectal
exam, CA 125 blood test and a transvaginal sonogram.
Ovarian Cancer Facts
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Occurs in 1 out of 55 women at ANY
age
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Today, most women are diagnosed
when the chance for survival for 5 years is about 25%. Early detection
can improve survival rate to over 90 %.
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Symptoms are SUBTLE, persistent
and usually increase over time
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A Pap smear is not a test for Ovarian
Cancer. It is a test for cervical cancer. 90% of women are not aware of
that fact!
