World Ovarian Cancer Day 2024 is May 8. “Your risk increases as you get older. Ovarian cancer is more common in those aged 50-79”.

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What is World Ovarian Cancer Day?

In What Is World Ovarian Cancer Day? May 8 – World Ovarian Cancer Day: May 8 – World Ovarian Cancer Day the World Ovarian Cancer Coalition (WOCC) explain:

“Established in 2013 by a group of leaders from ovarian cancer advocacy organizations around the world, May 8 – World Ovarian Cancer Day, is the one day of the year we globally raise our voices in solidarity in the fight against ovarian cancer”.

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Age

At what age does ovarian cancer typically occur?

In Ovarian Cancer Symptoms & Risks: What Are the Risk Factors for Ovarian Cancer? Age the WOCC note:

Age
Your risk increases as you get older. Ovarian cancer is more common in those aged 50-79. However, you can develop it when you are younger”.

Screening Test

Is there is a routine, simple screening test to accurately detect ovarian?

In Ovarian Cancer Testing & Detection the WOCC note:

“Currently, there is no routine, simple screening test to accurately detect ovarian cancer. Contrary to popular belief, cervical screening (i.e.: Pap smear) will not detect ovarian cancer. While cervical screening is effective in early detection of cervical cancer, it is not a test for ovarian cancer.

Because there is no routine ovarian cancer screening test, it is important to be aware of the disease and its symptoms”.

Symptoms

What are common symptoms of ovarian cancer?

In Ovarian Cancer Symptoms & Risks: What Are the Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer? the WOCC elaborate on:

“Common Signs & Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer include:

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Occasionally, there can be other symptoms of ovarian cancer, such as:

  • Changes in bowel habits
  • Abnormal bleeding – Any post-menopausal bleeding should always be checked by your primary health care provider or doctor
  • Extreme fatigue
  • Unexplained weight loss”.

Symptom Diary

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What if I think I am experiencing symptoms of ovarian cancer?

In Ovarian Cancer Symptoms & Risks: What Are the Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer? the WOCC explain:

“If you have any concerns about ovarian cancer it is important to talk to your doctor or primary health care provider”.

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Last Updated: 09 May 2024 – Last Revised: 05 May 2024