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Ovarian Cancer

Ovarian cancer is the term used to describe a malignant tumor that is seen in one or both ovaries. While there are many different types of ovarian cancer, the three most prevalent types are: the common epithelial type, which develops from cells on the outside of the ovary in 90% of cases; the germ cell type, which develops from cells that produce eggs in approximately 4% of cases; and the rare stromal type, which develops from supporting tissues within the ovary.

Ovarian cancer does not have any particular set of symptoms or indicators, however some of them include:
  • Bloating in the abdomen trouble eating or feeling full soon
  • Urinary urgency or frequency
  • Back, stomach, or pelvic pain
  • constipation or diarrhoea
  • Irregular menstruation
  • Fatigue, dyspepsia

These symptoms might also be caused by other ailments, but if you experience any of them, get in touch with Dr. Manasi Shah, expert in gynecological malignancies in Ahmedabad.

In the event that Dr. Manasi Shah, cancer specialist in Ahmedabad determines that your symptoms could indicate ovarian cancer, the following tests or scans may be recommended to check for cysts, tumors, or other abnormalities:

The following tests or scans may be recommended to check for cysts, tumors, or other abnormalities:
  • Physical examination
  • Blood Tests
  • BCT Scan/MRI
  • PET Scan
  • Colonoscopy/ Upper endoscopy

Once the ovarian cancer is found in a patient, the following step is to stage the disease so that a personalized, effective treatment plan may be developed.

The several kinds of ovarian cancer treatments that are available are:
  • Surgery: it is local therapy with the goal being to remove the disease from its primary site of origin and in some cases from the sites of spread.
  • Chemotherapy: This method kills cancer cells by using anti-cancer medications. It can be used to downstage the tumor prior to surgery or to kill microscopic cells after surgery or in metastatic setting.
  • Targeted therapy/ immunotherapy: These newer medications are used to reduce the risk of recurrence as maintenance therapies or in advanced cancer as palliative therapy.
  • Radiation therapy: It kills cancer cells locally by radiation.
  • Palliative care: By reducing the symptoms associated with cancer, palliative care enhances quality of life.