Ovarian Cancer Health Feed

Cancer is that word that many people dread to hear, yet it is a real scourge and can have deadly effects. One such type of cancer is ovarian cancer, which claims countless lives in India every year, yet is not talked about because of social taboos. Because cancer cells are regular cells whose growth is uncontrolled, it is important to know what ovarian cancer is, what causes it, and how to prevent it.

Ovarian cancer is cancer of the ovarian cells. Ovaries are the reproductive glands con...more

Ovaries are small structures present in the lower part of abdomen adjacent to the uterus. Cancers arising from ovaries can be of different types:

Germ cell type (these cancers arise from cells that produce ova or cells that grow into the new born upon fertilization), epithelial (these arise from the outer lining of the ovaries) and others (multiple types from remaining tissue in ovaries).

Epithelial ovarian cancer is the commonest type of ovarian cancers and is also the one a...more

On each side of the uterus, two ovaries are present. It is the size of an almond and produces ova or eggs in simple terms, along with the release of hormones like oestrogen and progesterone. When a cancerous growth or a tumour grows in the outer lining (epithelium) of the ovary, it is known as ovarian cancer. Ovarian cancer occurs in women who are aged above 65 years.

There are three types of tumour
Ovaries are made up of three kinds of cells and each kind is capable of developing d...more

Is it benign or cancer? Benign like fibroids may be conserved if asymptomatic or myomectomy or hysterectomy done for the same. If cancer needs staging and further treatment by surgery, radiation and chemotherapy according to the stage.
Donot rely on diet to cure her. The tumor can grow and become inurrable if cancer.
Feel free to share her Biopsy and imaging report directly with me so that I can guide you better.

Being diagnosed with cancer is something no one looks forward to and Gynaecological Cancer is every woman s worst nightmare. However, if diagnosed in time, it can be treated. Cancer in any part of a woman s reproductive system is termed as gynecological cancer. It is of five types:

Cervical cancer

Ovarian cancer

Vaginal cancer

Vulvar cancer and

Uterine cancer

Paying attention to your body and understanding its natural rhythm can help you reco...more

Knowing This Can Help You Prevent Ovarian Cancer

Ovarian cancer is the most common cancer to affect the female reproductive system. The exact cause of ovarian cancer is not yet known and the risk factors involved are numerous, the most prevalent of which are genetic defects and hereditary problems.

The symptoms of ovarian cancer are not always clear and range from pelvic and abdominal pains to irregularities in the menstrual cycle. Women beyond the age of 50 are most at risk of...more

Epithelial Ovarian Cancer is a condition in which malignant tumor emerges from the tissue lining in the outer surface of the ovary. Epithelial tumors are usually benign, but this form of malignancy has been found to be the most common type of ovarian cancer. Moreover, it cannot be diagnosed until in its advanced stage. Medical research shows that factors such as multiple pregnancies, delayed childbirth and early menarche seem to raise the risk of ovarian cancer, while dietary and environmental f...more

Result is less than 35 (16.50) hence normal. But why was the test done. It is not recommended as a screening test for ovarian cancer. If any symptoms then investigate accordingly.
Feel free to contact me directly if you want to discuss this further.

Do not worry
Stage 3c cancer is curable and second surgery is possible if complete removal could not be done in first surgery after chemotherapy. Your CA 125 is also in normal limits.