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  1. Information & support
  2. About ovarian cancer

Information about ovarian cancer

Browse our expert information about symptoms, risk factors, tumour types, ovarian cancer treatment, clinical trials and more. Ovacome information resources are written and reviewed by medical professionals working in the field, so all facts and guidance are accurate and up to date.

The symptoms of ovarian cancer

The symptoms of ovarian cancer

Information about the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer and discussing these with your GP. Read more

Published: 30th July, 2009

Updated: 10th June, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

About ovarian cancer

About ovarian cancer

Information about the different types of ovarian cancer, how it is diagnosed and treated. Read more

Published: 1st November, 2018

Updated: 21st June, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

Ovarian cancer risk factors

Ovarian cancer risk factors

The causes of ovarian cancer are largely unknown. There are however some factors than can put people at higher risk. Read more

Published: 2nd November, 2018

Updated: 22nd June, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

The stages of ovarian cancer

The stages of ovarian cancer

Information about how ovarian cancer is classified into four stages when diagnosed, and what treatment can be offered for each stage. Read more

Published: 3rd November, 2018

Updated: 10th June, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

Stage 1 ovarian cancer

Stage 1 ovarian cancer

Information for those who have been diagnosed with stage 1 ovarian cancer and want to know more about their cancer and how it is treated. Read more

Published: 4th November, 2018

Updated: 19th May, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

Stage 2 ovarian cancer

Stage 2 ovarian cancer

Information for those who have been diagnosed with stage 2 ovarian cancer and want to know more about their cancer and how it is treated. Read more

Published: 6th November, 2018

Updated: 28th June, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

Stage 3 ovarian cancer

Stage 3 ovarian cancer

Information for those who have been diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer and want to know more about their cancer and how it is treated. Read more

Published: 7th November, 2018

Updated: 19th May, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

Stage 4 ovarian cancer

Stage 4 ovarian cancer

Information for those who have been diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer and want to know more about their cancer and how it is treated. Read more

Published: 8th November, 2018

Updated: 19th May, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

What happens if you are diagnosed with ovarian cancer

What happens if you are diagnosed with ovarian cancer

Information about what happens when you are diagnosed with ovarian cancer, and suggests questions for you to ask to help yourself. Read more

Published: 9th November, 2018

Updated: 8th June, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

Medical terms explained

Medical terms explained

Information about some of the terms that you may have heard during appointments or in reading information about ovarian cancer. Read more

Published: 10th November, 2018

Updated: 16th May, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

Testing for BRCA gene changes

Testing for BRCA gene changes

A family history of breast, or ovarian and some other cancers can suggest that a gene change is being inherited through generations. Read more

Published: 11th November, 2018

Updated: 1st June, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

Lynch syndrome and ovarian cancer

Lynch syndrome and ovarian cancer

Lynch syndrome is caused by a rare inherited genetic mutation. The condition can increase the risk of many different types of cancer, including ovarian cancer. Read more

Published: 12th November, 2018

Updated: 1st June, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

Surgical menopause

Surgical menopause

Information for those who are experiencing the menopause due to surgery and other treatment for ovarian cancer. Read more

Published: 13th November, 2018

Updated: 24th May, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

Treatments for relapsed ovarian cancer

Treatments for relapsed ovarian cancer

Information for those whose ovarian cancer has come back after initial treatment. It describes what further treatments may be available and how to get a second opinion. Read more

Published: 14th November, 2018

Updated: 19th May, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

Getting a second opinion on ovarian cancer diagnosis or treatment

Getting a second opinion on ovarian cancer diagnosis or treatment

If you have been affected by ovarian cancer and are concerned about your diagnosis or the treatment you’ve been recommended, you can request a second opinion through the NHS. Read more

Published: 15th November, 2018

Updated: 19th May, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

Ovarian cancer screening

Ovarian cancer screening

Information for those who want to know what ovarian cancer screening is available, how effective it is and what research is being carried out. Read more

Published: 16th November, 2018

Updated: 10th June, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

Borderline ovarian tumours

Borderline ovarian tumours

Information for those diagnosed with a borderline ovarian tumour. It describes the best care for the small group of women who have more difficult cases of BOC. Read more

Published: 17th November, 2018

Updated: 19th May, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

Clear cell carcinoma of the ovary

Clear cell carcinoma of the ovary

Information about what clear cell carcinoma of the ovary is and how it is treated. Read more

Published: 19th November, 2018

Updated: 19th May, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

Rare ovarian tumours

Rare ovarian tumours

Information about rare kinds of ovarian cancer and their treatments. There is a glossary to explain words you may not be familiar with. Read more

Published: 20th November, 2018

Updated: 1st June, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

Talcum powder and ovarian cancer

Talcum powder and ovarian cancer

Information for those concerned about possible links between ovarian cancer and the use of talcum powder. Read more

Published: 22nd November, 2018

Updated: 1st June, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

Surgery for ovarian cancer

Surgery for ovarian cancer

This booklet describes how ovarian cancer is treated using surgery and the different operations carried out to remove the cancer. Read more

Published: 23rd November, 2018

Updated: 1st June, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

Tests for ovarian cancer

Tests for ovarian cancer

Information about the tests and investigations used to diagnose ovarian cancer. Read more

Published: 24th November, 2018

Updated: 1st June, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

Primary peritoneal cancer

Primary peritoneal cancer

Information on primary peritoneal cancer, a rare variant of ovarian cancer. Read more

Published: 25th November, 2018

Updated: 28th June, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

Fallopian tube cancer

Fallopian tube cancer

Information for those who are affected by fallopian tube cancer. Read more

Published: 26th November, 2018

Updated: 1st June, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

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