“If you are experiencing any of the four possible symptoms
of ovarian cancer (persistent bloating, persistent stomach
pain, difficulty eating or feeling full more quickly, and…”.1

Symptoms

What are the most commonly reported symptoms for ovarian cancer?

In Signs and Symptoms Ovarian Cancer Australia elaborate on:

“There is no early detection test for ovarian cancer, so all women need to be aware of the symptoms. The most commonly reported symptoms for ovarian cancer are:

  • Increased abdominal size or persistent abdominal bloating
  • Abdominal or pelvic (lower tummy) pain
  • Feeling full after eating a small amount
  • Needing to urinate often or urgently”.2

Additional Symptoms

What can be additional symptoms of ovarian cancer?

In Signs and Symptoms: Additional Symptoms Ovarian Cancer Australia elaborate on:

  • “Changes in bowel habits
  • Unexplained weight gain or loss
  • Excessive fatigue
  • Lower back pain
  • Indigestion or nausea
  • Bleeding after menopause or in-between periods
  • Pain during sex or bleeding after”.3

Awareness

What can it be important to remember when looking for a pattern with your symptoms?

Ovarian Cancer Australia explain:

“It is important to remember all the symptoms mentioned can be caused by other, less serious medical conditions. However, if you are experiencing any of these symptoms, which are persistent and troublesome, you should see your doctor. They will be able to examine you and if necessary, do further tests to find the cause of your problems.

If you are not comfortable with your doctor’s diagnosis or you are still concerned about unexplained persistent symptoms, you should seek a second opinion.

You know your body better than anyone else, so always listen to what your body is saying and trust your instincts.

Track your symptoms in our symptom diary and take this record with you to your doctor”.4

Symptom Diary

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Health Care Provider

What if I would like help to look for a pattern with my funny tummy symptoms?

If you would like help to look for a pattern with your funny tummy symptoms, it may be in your best interest to choose to talk to your health care provider about this. Together you can identify any patterns, discuss your options and if required, agree on who may be the most appropriate health care provider to help you.

In Experiencing Ovarian Cancer Symptoms the (United Kingdom) Ovarian Cancer Action explain:

“If you are experiencing any of the four possible symptoms of ovarian cancer (persistent bloating, persistent stomach pain, difficulty eating or feeling full more quickly, and needing to wee more urgently or frequently) then you should make an appointment with your GP”.5

Who is a GP?

DotS (Depending on the Source) and/or DotC (Depending on the Country) a GP may be a qualified and registered general practitioner, a medical practitioner, a medical doctor or a doctor.

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  1. Experiencing Ovarian Cancer Symptoms. Reviewed: September 2022. Ovarian Cancer Action https://ovarian.org.uk/ovarian-cancer/i-have-symptoms-making-a-gp-appointment/ Accessed: 05 September 2023
  2. Signs and Symptoms: Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer. Ovarian Cancer Australia https://www.ovariancancer.net.au/page/134/signs-and-symptoms Accessed: 05 September 2023
  3. Signs and Symptoms: Additional Symptoms. Ovarian Cancer Australia https://www.ovariancancer.net.au/page/134/signs-and-symptoms Accessed: 05 September 2023
  4. Signs and Symptoms: Symptom Diary. Ovarian Cancer Australia https://www.ovariancancer.net.au/page/134/signs-and-symptoms Accessed: 05 September 2023
  5. Experiencing Ovarian Cancer Symptoms. Reviewed: September 2022. Ovarian Cancer Action https://ovarian.org.uk/ovarian-cancer/i-have-symptoms-making-a-gp-appointment/ Accessed: 05 September 2023
Topic Last Updated: 05 September 2023 – Topic Last Reviewed: 05 September 2023

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