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Ovarian Cancer

More than 19,000 people are diagnosed each year.
Here’s Why Early Ovarian Cancer Symptoms Are So Vague
Ovarian Cancer

Here’s Why Early Ovarian Cancer Symptoms Are So Vague

The signs usually aren’t that noticeable.
11 Things to Know After Receiving an Ovarian Cancer Diagnosis
Ovarian Cancer

11 Things to Know After Receiving an Ovarian Cancer Diagnosis

Experts—and an ovarian cancer survivor—are here to help.
3 Women on How They’ve Handled the Hardest Parts of Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian Cancer

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

Hobbies, physical activity, and loved ones all help.
Christiane Amanpour Reveals Ovarian Cancer Diagnosis
Ovarian Cancer

Christiane Amanpour Reveals Ovarian Cancer Diagnosis

The CNN anchor is currently in treatment. 
Ovary Removal (oophorectomy): A Risk Factor For Dementia?
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Ovary Removal (oophorectomy): A Risk Factor For Dementia?

Ovary removal (oophorectomy) dramatically lowers estrogen, a reproductive hormone that may also protect your brain.
What Are My Options for Treating Ovarian Cancer?
Ovarian Cancer

What Are My Options for Treating Ovarian Cancer?

There might be more than you think.
Why Is the 5-Year Survival Rate for Ovarian Cancer So Low?
Ovarian Cancer

Why Is the 5-Year Survival Rate for Ovarian Cancer So Low?

Here’s how to try to protect yourself.
Ca 125 Test: A Screening Test For Ovarian Cancer?
Ovarian Cancer

Ca 125 Test: A Screening Test For Ovarian Cancer?

Learn why doctors generally don't recommend a CA 125 test for ovarian cancer screening.
Understanding Ovarian Cysts
Ovarian Cancer

Understanding Ovarian Cysts

Most are harmless.
The Three Types of Ovarian Cancer You Should Know
Ovarian Cancer

The Three Types of Ovarian Cancer You Should Know

They differ in some major ways.
Prophylactic Oophorectomy: Preventing Cancer By Surgically Removing Your Ovaries
Ovarian Cancer

Prophylactic Oophorectomy: Preventing Cancer By Surgically Removing Your Ovaries

Find out what to consider and what to ask your doctor when deciding whether to undergo surgery to prevent ovarian and breast cancers.
Ovarian Cancer Screening Isn't as Simple as Getting an Ultrasound
Ovarian Cancer

Ovarian Cancer Screening Isn't as Simple as Getting an Ultrasound

It's so much more complex than that.
Pap Test: Can It Detect Ovarian Cancer?
Cancer

Pap Test: Can It Detect Ovarian Cancer?

Unfortunately, there is no standard or routine screening test for ovarian cancer.
Ovarian Cancer: Still Possible After Hysterectomy?
Cancer

Ovarian Cancer: Still Possible After Hysterectomy?

Surgery to remove your uterus may affect your risk of ovarian cancer, depending on the type of procedure you had.
Understanding Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian Cancer

Understanding Ovarian Cancer

Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment for this cancer
These Shocking Pictures Show What a Ruptured Ovarian Cyst Could Look Like
Ovarian Cancer

These Shocking Pictures Show What a Ruptured Ovarian Cyst Could Look Like

"This is me. This is endometriosis."
What Everyone With Ovaries Should Know About Ovarian Cysts
Ovarian Cancer

What Everyone With Ovaries Should Know About Ovarian Cysts

Plus, when you need to take action.
This Isn't Just a Scar From Ovarian Cancer&-It's a Beauty Mark
Ovarian Cancer

This Isn't Just a Scar From Ovarian Cancer—It's a Beauty Mark

Model Elly Mayday, 28, isn't letting cancer define her.
This Before-And-After Photo Shows How Ovarian Cancer Changed a Bikini Competitor's Body
Cobie Smulders Had Ovarian Cancer At 25&-Here Are the Symptoms You Should Know
Ovarian Cancer

Cobie Smulders Had Ovarian Cancer At 25—Here Are the Symptoms You Should Know

Plus, how this type of diagnosis can impact fertility.
A Girl With Ovarian Cancer Used Her Make-A-Wish to Feed the Homeless
Ovarian Cancer

A Girl With Ovarian Cancer Used Her Make-A-Wish to Feed the Homeless

Emma Allred, 13, made an admirably selfless choice.
Ovarian Cancer Death Rates Have Dropped In The U.S.: Here's Why
Ovarian Cancer

Ovarian Cancer Death Rates Have Dropped In The U.S.: Here's Why

This great news comes courtesy of a scientific report.
This 16-Year-Old Ovarian Cancer Survivor's ‘America’s Got Talent’ Audition Will Make You Sob
Ovarian Cancer

This 16-Year-Old Ovarian Cancer Survivor's ‘America’s Got Talent’ Audition Will Make You Sob

Calysta Bevier nailed an emotional cover of "Fight Song" by Rachel Platten.