Ovarian cancer and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) share remarkably similar symptoms, posing a significant risk of misdiagnosis. Ovarian cancer symptoms can include abdominal pain, pelvic pressure, bloating, feeling overly full after meals, unexpected weight changes, constipation or diarrhea, nausea, excessive gas, back pain, and fatigue. These symptoms are often mistaken for IBS. ...
Gynecologic Cancer
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Researchers found that oral contraceptive pills reduced the risk of ovarian cancer by 26% among women who used it.
Since the introduction of the HPV vaccination, the rates of new cases of HPV infection and cervical cancer have declined.
A study from 1993-1998 examines the impact of different hormone therapies on ovarian and endometrial cancer risk.
Ovarian cancer care costs are likely to increase as newer, more effective, but expensive treatment regimens become available.
According to researchers, women with endometriosis had a 4.2x higher ovarian cancer risk than those without endometriosis.
The study revealed that the use of genital talc increases ovarian cancer risk, particularly women who used talc frequently.
The study suggests that current ultrasound screening protocols might not be as accurate for Black patients
"Genetic testing is rapidly evolving. Every six months there are different guidelines about who should get tested."
Clinical data shows a 50-75% improvement in 5-year survival when cancers are detected at their earliest stages.
Research has shown a troubling correlation between the use of hair relaxers and increased risk of certain cancers in women.
Living in a more walkable neighborhood may protect women against the risk of obesity-related cancers
The study highlights the importance of measuring estrone in postmenopausal women to determine cancer risk.
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