Penn Gynocologic Oncology Care Newsletter
 

March 2007

New Center for Ovarian Cancer Research Opens
Why Research on Early Detection, Prevention and Advanced Therapy are Critical
Center Programs:

About Early Detection and Prevention

Advanced Therapeutics

About Biology and Pathogenesis
Recent Advances in Research:

Early Detection and Cure

Therapy

Biology and Pathogenesis
Ovarian Cancer Symptoms
Gynecologic Oncology
Services at Penn
The Crystal Ball and Million Dollar Challenge
Share Your Story
Clinical Trials
Locations and Physicians
 

Ovarian Cancer Symptoms

The vast majority of ovarian cancers are found at advanced stages, because early, small ovarian cancers are asymptomatic or have vague symptoms and cannot usually be found by a physician's exam. It is important to recognize the symptoms and risk factors of ovarian cancer and talk to your physician if you experience any of the following:

  • Pelvic or abdominal pain or discomfort
  • Vague but persistent gastrointestinal upsets such as gas, nausea and indigestion
  • Frequency and/or urgency of urination in the absence of an infection
  • Unexplained weight gain or weight loss
  • Pelvic and/or abdominal swelling, bloating and/or feeling of fullness
  • Ongoing unusual fatigue
  • Unexplained changes in bowel habits

 

 


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