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What No One Tells You About Being Diagnosed With Ovarian Cancer


Dubbed “the silent killer,” ovarian cancer gets its nasty nickname for being able to go undetected in women who experience few, if any, unusual symptoms. Who hasn’t felt bloated and fatigued while also coping with an achy back and a bladder that’s about to burst? That’s practically the norm for any woman who's PMSing or pregnant.

While awareness around other illnesses continues to grow, ovarian cancer still flies in stealth mode with its surprise attacks. Suddenly faced with a scary diagnosis, inflicted women are not only forced to fight for their lives but also seek out information about a condition of which they know very little. Although no two patient’s situations are…

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 What No One Tells You About Being Diagnosed With Ovarian Cancer

For starters, it’s not always an “older woman” thing.

11 Things to Know After Receiving an Ovarian Cancer Diagnosis

If you (or a loved one) has just been diagnosed with ovarian cancer, you’re probably feeling incredibly overwhelmed right now. While there is no list of universally applicable tips for dealing with an ovarian cancer diagnosis, we asked medical experts and an ovarian cancer survivor to share what they recommend based on their experiences.

2 Important Ovarian Cancer Symptoms That Shouldn't Be Ignored

Above all else, listen to your body. If you're experiencing constant abdominal pressure and urinating more than usual, see your doctor. And if your doctor brushes you off, get a second opinion. "My No.1 message is that ovarian cancer can strike young women," says Streicher. "Don't panic if you're having bloating and urinary symptoms, but don't ignore it either."

3 Women on How They’ve Handled the Hardest Parts of Ovarian Cancer

For some women, an ovarian cancer diagnosis comes after a lengthy, frustrating, stressful process, given that many don’t have observable symptoms until the cancer is in a more advanced stage. And if someone does have early symptoms of ovarian cancer, they’re often vague or nonspecific, such as changes in appetite, abdominal bloating, and abdominal/pelvic pain.

7 Little-Known Facts About Ovarian Cancer and the BRCA Genes

From genetic testing to inheritance patterns, there’s a lot that may surprise you.

Louisa M. McGregor Ovarian Cancer Foundation

T.E.A.L.®’s mission is to provide awareness and education about the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer through community outreach, public awareness campaigns, and T.E.A.L.® workshops and events.

Not on My Watch

Not on My Watch is a movement to empower women with ovarian cancer who have had a recurrence and responded to chemotherapy to no longer “watch and wait” for their disease to return. Instead, women are encouraged to take an informed and active role in extending the time in response and delay recurrence by talking with their healthcare providers about maintenance therapy.

Ovations

Ovations for the Cure, Inc. is dedicated to the relentless pursuit of a cure for ovarian cancer in three critical ways. First, we provide critical funding of new and ongoing ovarian cancer research and treatment initiatives. Second, the organization actively increases the awareness of the subtle signs and symptoms of this silent disease. Third, we give hope, education and comfort to those currently battling ovarian cancer through our patient programs.

Target Ovarian Cancer

Target Ovarian Cancer is the UK’s leading ovarian cancer charity. We work to improve early diagnosis, fund life-saving research and provide much-needed support to women with ovarian cancer.

The Teal Diaries

The Teal Diaries is Jacqueline’s first blog, offering readers a deeply personal exploration of her ongoing cancer journey. Her battle with the disease began in late 2011 when she was diagnosed with both uterine and ovarian cancer.

Tina's Wish

The Honorable Tina Brozman Foundation for Ovarian Cancer Research (Tina’s Wish) is an ovarian cancer non-profit organization dedicated to funding groundbreaking scientific research for the prevention and early detection of ovarian cancer. Know Early. Know Hope.® This is our mission.

Conversations

The International Newsletter For Those Fighting Ovarian Cancer!

Familial Ovarian Cancer Registry

We are an international registry of families with two or more relatives with ovarian cancer. In addition to ovarian cancer research, the Registry offers an 1-800-OVARIAN Hotline, Newsletter, and ovarian cancer informational pamphlets.

FORCE

Force's mission is to improve the lives of individuals and families affected by hereditary breast and ovarian cancer

Lynne Cohen Foundation

The Lynne Cohen Foundation for Ovarian Cancer Research is an organization created in memory of a woman who dedicated her life to the well-being of others. Our mission is to continue her spirit of giving by supporting groundbreaking research to improve the survival rates for women with ovarian cancer.

National Ovarian Cancer Coalition

Since its inception in 1995, the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC) has been committed to raising awareness of ovarian cancer in communities across the country and to providing education, support and hope for women with ovarian cancer and their families.

Ovacome

Welcome to Ovacome. We are a UK-wide support network providing information and support for everyone affected by ovarian cancer.

Ovarian Cancer Canada

OCC is dedicated to overcoming ovarian cancer. We provide leadership by supporting women living with the disease and their families, raising awareness, and funding research to develop early detection techniques, improved treatment and ultimately a cure.

Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance

Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA) is the world's largest organization dedicated to fighting ovarian cancer through research, advocacy and support.

Rivkin Center

The mission of the Marsha Rivkin Center is to save lives and reduce suffering through improved treatment, early detection, and prevention of ovarian cancer.

Share Cancer Support

SHARE Cancer Support is one of the leading ovarian and breast cancer organizations online, offering support for women with breast cancer, metastatic breast cancer and ovarian cancer.

World Ovarian Cancer Coalition

The World Ovarian Cancer Coalition (WOCC) is a not-for-profit organization, established in 2016, working across the globe to reduce the impact ovarian cancer has on the lives of women and their loved ones.

CDC

CDC enhances the growing knowledge about ovarian cancer by initiating research projects with partners, colleagues, and national organizations to help identify factors related to early detection of the disease, treatment, and survivorship.

MedlinePlus

Ovarian cancer usually happens in women over age 50, but it can also affect younger women. Its cause is unknown. Ovarian cancer is hard to detect early.

National Cancer Institute

Information about ovarian cancer treatment, including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, and vaccine therapy

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