Ovarian Cancer
A serious topic that deserves it's own section. A type of cancer that takes that lives of many women every year. Let's talk about it.
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Ovarian Cancer
A topic that many women and girls are not familiar with. Let's have a chat.
Ovarian Cancer is one of the most common cancers among women. Women have two ovaries that are located in the pelvis on each side of the uterus. that produces hormones, which help with your menstrual cycle and pregnancy. While some women can still give birth with one ovary, it helps to have both of them. In this article, we'll talk about Ovaries, Ovarian Cancer, Symptoms, and Treatment.
What is it?: Ovarian Cancer is a growth of cells that form inside one or both of the ovaries. We generally are born with two, one on each side of the uterus- that is the size of an almond. Because the ovaries produce eggs- also known as (ova)- as well as estrogen and progesterone, having this kind of cancer can affect how the reproductive system works.
Symptoms: Many times, the symptoms can go unnoticed. When symptoms start to show, you can often time experience abdominal bloating or swelling
Quickly feeling full when eating
Weight loss
Discomfort in the pelvic area
Fatigue
Back pain
Changes in bowel habits, such as constipation
A frequent need to urinate
Recommend: Always speak to your doctor about anything you feel might not be normal during that time of the month and sexual intercourse. Your doctor may scan this area during a check-up or yearly physical. Also, don't be afraid to ask questions or get a second opinion.
