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Diagnosing Cancer of the Ovary

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Topic: Ovaries
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Sort Desciption: Cancer cells have spread. outside the ovaries, and. spread outside the pelvis. Stage 4 ... The ovaries also produce the female. hormones, oestrogen and ...

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Swelling of the abdomen Pain in the lower abdomen Vaginal bleeding although this is rare. These symptoms may also be due to other conditions, you should seek a medical opinion. Diagnosing Cancer of the Ovary A full medical history will be undertaken and a number of other tests may be carried out, before a definite diagnosis can be made. This may include a vaginal examination. Sometimes the doctor may wish to examine your back passage. The doctor may arrange a chest x-ray, blood test, including a tumour marker CA125 and a CAT scan, all these investigations will be explained to you. See hospital information leaflets. Stages of Cancer Staging is a process of investigations which may be used to determine type/size of the tumour and if there is any spread. Staging is important to help decide treatment options. Stages of Cancer of the ovary The following stages are used for cancer of the ovary. Stage 1 Cancer is limited to the ovaries. Stage 2 Cancer cells have spread the pelvis. Stage 3 Cancer cells have spread outside the ovaries, and spread outside the pelvis. Stage 4 Cancer cells have spread beyond the pelvis to othe parts of the body includin the liver or lungs. Recurrent Recurrent disease means Disease the cancer has come bac (recurred) after it has bee treated. Treatment options There are two main treatment options cancer of the ovary, Surgery Chemotherapy The best option for you will be decid by your consultant following discussio with you. ...

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