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Ovarian Cancer: Early Signs You Can't Ignore
10 Mar
Summary
- Bloating, eating trouble, frequent urination, and abdominal discomfort are key indicators.
- Less frequent ovulation might reduce ovarian cancer risk.
- HRT use may increase ovarian cancer risk, though research is ongoing.
Four primary signs indicate potential ovarian cancer: bloating, difficulty eating, increased urination frequency, and abdominal discomfort. A symptoms tracker diary is available to help women document these signs for their general practitioner.
Ovarian cancer risk may be linked to ovulation frequency. Less frequent ovulation is theorized to lower the risk. However, the use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) during or after menopause is being investigated for a potential link to increased ovarian cancer risk, though the exact reasons remain uncertain.
Additional health conditions, such as endometriosis or diabetes, can also elevate a person's risk of developing ovarian cancer. For individuals using insulin due to diabetes, the risk may be further amplified. Nevertheless, proactive measures can be taken to reduce the overall risk of this disease.
