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  1. Information & support
  2. Living with ovarian cancer

Living with ovarian cancer

Diet and nutrition

Diet and nutrition

Find out more about nutritional recommendations for people with ovarian cancer. Read more

Published: 1st January, 2017

Updated: 3rd March, 2020

Author: Alice Keane

Related topics:
  • Living with ovarian cancer
Stomas

Stomas

Surgery for ovarian cancer may mean you have a stoma, either temporarily or permanently. Adjusting to having a stoma can be difficult. Read more

Published: 1st May, 2017

Updated: 9th August, 2020

Author: Alice Keane

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  • Living with ovarian cancer
Ovarian cancer and menopause

Ovarian cancer and menopause

Treatment for ovarian cancer can cause menopause for younger women and worsening symptoms for older women. Read more

Published: 1st June, 2017

Updated: 16th October, 2020

Author: Alice Keane

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  • Living with ovarian cancer
Hair loss

Hair loss

Chemotherapy treatments for ovarian cancer can cause temporary hair loss. Here are some sources of information and support which may be helpful. Read more

Published: 1st July, 2017

Updated: 10th December, 2020

Author: Alice Keane

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  • Living with ovarian cancer
Skincare and makeup

Skincare and makeup

Some of the side effects of ovarian cancer treatment can affect your appearance and cause changes to your skin. Find out about ways that you can manage this. Read more

Published: 4th July, 2017

Updated: 15th October, 2020

Author: Alice Keane

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  • Living with ovarian cancer
Sexuality and gender

Sexuality and gender

Having ovarian cancer can affect your sex life and relationships in different ways. Read more

Published: 19th July, 2017

Updated: 15th October, 2020

Author: Alice Keane

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  • Living with ovarian cancer
End of life

End of life

Cancer is a serious illness which can limit life. It is normal to worry about what an ovarian cancer diagnosis will mean for you. Read more

Published: 30th September, 2017

Updated: 2nd December, 2020

Author: Alice Keane

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  • Living with ovarian cancer
Worldwide ovarian cancer charities

Worldwide ovarian cancer charities

Find out about other ovarian cancer charities outside of the UK. Read more

Published: 1st October, 2017

Updated: 3rd March, 2020

Author: Alice Keane

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  • Living with ovarian cancer
Going back to work

Going back to work

Learn more about returning to work after an ovarian cancer diagnosis and treatment, your rights under the law and what to expect from your employer. Read more

Published: 15th November, 2018

Updated: 21st December, 2020

Author: Alice Keane

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  • Information booklets
  • Living with ovarian cancer
Talking to your family and friends

Talking to your family and friends

If you have been diagnosed with ovarian cancer and have close friends and family, they will often want to help and support you. It is important to know that everyone will react differently to the news. Read more

Published: 22nd October, 2019

Updated: 21st December, 2020

Author: Alice Keane

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  • Information booklets
  • Living with ovarian cancer
Complementary therapies

Complementary therapies

Complementary therapies are used alongside medical treatment for ovarian cancer. Read more

Published: 19th February, 2020

Updated: 21st December, 2020

Author: Alice Keane

Related topics:
  • Information booklets
  • Living with ovarian cancer
Getting the support you need

Getting the support you need

Never be afraid to ask for help; there are a number of services and groups available to provide support and comfort to those affected by ovarian cancer. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2020

Updated: 21st December, 2020

Author: Alice Keane

Related topics:
  • Information booklets
  • Living with ovarian cancer
Coping with anxiety

Coping with anxiety

It is common to experience some anxiety if you are coping with an ovarian cancer diagnosis. Read more

Published: 28th February, 2020

Updated: 21st December, 2020

Author: Alice Keane

Related topics:
  • Information booklets
  • Living with ovarian cancer
Lymphoedema

Lymphoedema

An overview of what lymphoedema is, why you might get it when you have ovarian cancer and how to manage it. Read more

Published: 3rd March, 2020

Updated: 15th October, 2020

Author: Alice Keane

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  • Living with ovarian cancer
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    2020 Joint runner up

    Read our joint runner up entry from the 2020 Ovacome Writing Competition: 'Fresh Air' by Laura Williams.

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    2020 Joint runner up

    Read our joint runner up entry from the 2020 Ovacome Writing Competition: 'Holiday Snaps' by Hazell Ward.

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    I'm raising money for Ovacome, who provide support and information to those affected by ovarian cancer. This cause means a lot to me, and I hope that you'll consider contributing towards their work.

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    2020 Winner

    Read the winning entry from the 2020 Ovacome Writing Competition: 'How I spent my weekend' by Anita Gait.

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    Symptoms of ovarian cancer

    Recognise the B.E.A.T. signs of ovarian cancer.

  • Symptom Diary

    Symptom Diary

    Our B.E.A.T. symptom diary will help record your symptoms so that you can discuss how you are feeling with your GP.

  • Newly diagnosed

    Newly diagnosed

    Information and resources for anyone who has recently been diagnosed with ovarian cancer.

  • We provide vital support and raise awareness

    We provide vital support and raise awareness

    Ovacome is a national UK ovarian cancer charity focussed on providing support to anyone affected by ovarian cancer.

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    Testing for the BRCA gene fault

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

  • My Ovacome Forum

    My Ovacome Forum

    My Ovacome is an online community for anyone affected by ovarian cancer.

  • Staff

    Staff

    Meet the team who work to provide our ovarian cancer support services an build a strong community for those affected by the disease.

  • Support line

    Support line

    The Ovacome Support Service is available Monday-Friday 10am-5pm.

  • Rachel

    Rachel

    Rachel was diagnosed with stage 3c ovarian cancer in 2012. She was 38 and had just given birth to her second daughter.

  • Join our online forum

    Join our online forum

    My Ovacome is an online community for anyone affected by ovarian cancer.

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