I am awaiting tests and a surgeon visit before I know if its cancer or not, I%26#039;m going crazy. anyone in this situation, any encouragement. I know the survival rates of ovarian cancer and I%26#039;m scared to death.|||U%26#039;ll live to tell the tale….but u may not have any kids to tell the tale to.

My grandmother passed away from Ovarian Cancer in 2002. I have already had one pap smear that was negative, %26amp; had ovarian cysts every month for the past 1 1/2 years.|||A pap smear does nothing to detect ovarian cancer — it is for detection of cervical cancer.

I know that there is a test that is for ovarian cancer. I can%26#039;t remember now if it looks at DNA markers or can detect early ovarian cancer — I do remember that it is expensive and has a high false positive rate; however for someone with a family hx of ovarian cancer, it might be worthwhile. I would talk to your doctor about what options you have.

My sister has an %26#039;ovarian cyst%26#039; 15 cm i n width….. The average cyst rarely exceeds 5 cm…… can a cyst turn into cancer?|||Ovarian cyst is:

An ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled sac in the ovary. Many cysts are completely normal. These are called functional cysts. They occur as a result of ovulation (the release of an egg from the ovary). Functional cysts normally shrink over time, usually in about 1 to 3 months. If you have a functional cyst, your doctor may want to check you again in 1 to 3 months to make sure the cyst has gotten smaller. In certain cases, your doctor may want you to take birth control pills so you won%26#039;t ovulate. If you don%26#039;t ovulate, you won%26#039;t form cysts.

If you are menopausal and are not having periods, you shouldn%26#039;t form functional cysts. If you do have a cyst, your doctor will probably want you to have a sonogram so he or she can look at the cyst. What your doctor decides to do after that depends on your age, the way the cyst looks on the sonogram and if you%26#039;re having symptoms such as pain, bloating, feeling full after eating just a little, and constipation.

Ovarian Cancer:

Recognizing ovarian cancer symptoms

Ovarian cancer often shows no obvious signs or symptoms until late in its development. Signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer may include:

General abdominal discomfort and/or pain (gas, indigestion, pressure, swelling, bloating, cramps)

Nausea, diarrhea, constipation, or frequent urination

Loss of appetite

Feeling of fullness even after a light meal

Weight gain or loss with no known reason

Abnormal bleeding from the vagina

These symptoms may be caused by ovarian cancer or by other, less serious conditions. It is important to check with a doctor about any of these symptoms.

To help find the cause of symptoms, a doctor evaluates a woman%26#039;s medical history. The doctor also performs a physical exam and orders diagnostic tests. Some exams and tests that may be useful are described below:

Pelvic exam includes feeling the uterus, vagina, ovaries, fallopian tubes, bladder, and rectum to find any abnormality in their shape or size. (A Pap test, a good test for cancer of the cervix, is often done along with the pelvic exam, but it is not a reliable way to find or diagnose ovarian cancer.)

Ultrasound refers to the use of high-frequency sound waves. These waves, which cannot be heard by humans, are aimed at the ovaries. The pattern of the echoes they produce creates a picture called a sonogram.

CA-125 assay is a blood test used to measure the level of CA-125, a tumor marker that is often found in higher-than-normal amounts in the blood of women with ovarian cancer.

Lower GI series, or barium enema, is a series of x-rays of the colon and rectum. The pictures are taken after the patient is given an enema with a white, chalky solution containing barium. The barium outlines the colon and rectum on the x-ray, making tumors or other abnormal areas easier to see.

CT (or CAT) scan is a series of detailed pictures of areas inside the body created by a computer linked to an x-ray machine.

Biopsy is the removal of tissue for examination under a microscope. A pathologist studies the tissue to make a diagnosis. To obtain the tissue, the surgeon performs a laparotomy (an operation to open the abdomen). If cancer is suspected, the surgeon performs an oophorectomy (removal of the entire ovary). This is important because, if cancer is present, removing just a sample of tissue by cutting through the outer layer of the ovary could allow cancer cells to escape and cause the disease to spread.

If the diagnosis is ovarian cancer, the doctor will want to learn the stage (or extent) of disease. Staging is a careful attempt to find out whether the cancer has spread and, if so, to what parts of the body. Staging may involve surgery, x-rays and other imaging procedures, and lab tests. Knowing the stage of the disease helps the doctor plan treatment.|||It can - but most cysts are not cancer. I had a tumor the size of a grapefruit removed about 10 years ago

I was wondering if there is risk getting ovarian cancer when you have endometriosis|||There have been extensive studies on Endometriosis-cancer links, and a risk does exist. With regard to ovarian cancer specifically, an analysis based on pooled data from four population-based U.S. studies showed a 30% higher risk overall for women with a history of endometriosis vs. non-Endo controls. The risk declines in ratio to the number of live births (e.g., the more live births, the lower than woman%26#039;s risks). Oral contraceptives, used frequently used to quell some of the symptoms in many women with Endo on a temporary basis, also seemed to confer a protective benefit as well, with the study showing a reduced risk among OC users overall, Endo and non-Endo. It is important to remember that it is still unclear whether Endometriosis is specifically a precursor to Endo-associated ovarian cancer, or whether there is an indirect link because similar factors predispose to both diseases. It is important to be aware of the research and potential risk factors, but don%26#039;t immediately assume it will happen to you - there are nearly 90 million women and girls around the world living with Endo; only a small number of them will develop ovarian or other cancers as a result (or in addition to, as the case may be). Hope that helps.|||First off you need to know what endometriosis is and once you know what it is you would know that the chances of getting ovarian cancer from it is probably slim and none though I would suppose that in very extreme cases the risk is there.

hello this is doserchris@yahoo.com and ive had diarrea for a month now and i have had abnormal bleeding from my vagina associated with bouts of dizziness should i be checked for ovarian cancer?|||I%26#039;ve done a lot of reading on PCOS, I%26#039;ve never read or heard of a connection to ovarian cancer. The dizziness is probably associated with the bleeding…. this is something you really need to take to the doctor. If you want more information use google and search all of your symptoms, you may find some connections that you can discuss with your doctor.|||Why would you jump to cancer. Anemia can cause bouts of dizziness and if you%26#039;ve been bleeding for a month, you probably are anemic. You should see your doctor. Also, diarrhea for a month? What are you waiting for? See your doctor.|||I%26#039;ve never heard that PCO has been definitively linked to ovarian cancer, but even so, it sounds like you%26#039;re having a serious health issue and should see your doctor immedietely to be checked out for something if not ovarian cancer.

my grandmother had cervical cancer about 30 years ago, and was just diagnosed with ovarian cancer. is it common to get both types of cancer?|||No. They aren%26#039;t related to each other though.

I%26#039;ll be praying for her.|||No it is not common. Your grandmother was just one of a very unlucky few. I hope they caught it in time and they can remove it all. My prayers are with you|||Cancer is a class of diseases or disorders characterized by uncontrolled division of cells and the ability of these cells to spread, either by direct growth into adjacent tissue through invasion, or by implantation into distant sites by metastasis (where cancer cells are transported through the bloodstream or lymphatic system).|||yes it is especially since it is more common that people are getting HPV, cervical cancer can develop and increases the chance of getting other forms of cancer…look up cervical cancer on the net it will let you know i would let you know but I don%26#039;t know where or how you grandma got cervical cancer, all i know is that my friend got it from hpv and it increased her chances of getting different types of cancer|||Here%26#039;s the thing. Cancer isn%26#039;t one illness. It%26#039;s a very large number of illnesses each of which have similar qualities.

Some of the treatments that you grandmother received 30 years ago may have been part of the reason that she has no been diagnosed with another type of cancer, but that%26#039;s some and may. Really, therre is no way to know.|||There are more than one hundred types of cancers and each type of cancer has different symptoms. Many of these symptoms are also associated with common ailments, so only thorough checkup by a doctor, can identify the real problem . More details and information at http://candp.org/

ok I%26#039;m 24 I have had 3 children. My last son who is 2and a half nursed for his whole first year. SO it%26#039;s been a year and a half since I breast fed and I am still having iregular periods. I was diagnosed with cysts that did not need removed and were not cancerous and one tiny fibroid that was also not cancerous. I stopped my period for two months about 4 months ago. Then I got a 3 day cycle and now I am once again a month late. I do sometimes feel pelvic pain and pressure but not constantly.It comes and goes. My last pap was late July so only a few months back and it came back normal. I had some blood tests I guess the normal stuff done as well. SO yeah I%26#039;m scared I have cancer I haven%26#039;t yet told my doctor all this cause I now do not have Insurance and can not afford to go. Please help by telling me whether or not it sounds like I have ovarian cancre or not.|||Nope. You have had proper recent assessments. Please don%26#039;t worry so. There is no reason to be scared. Good luck to you. RN|||You have anxiety, because you worry too much, I have it too, and I have had my period only 4 months this year, it%26#039;s been gone now for 2 months, It will come back when I calm down.|||Probably not! stay calm and try to get a check up even if you don´t have inssurance tell that to your doctor maybe you have a mild problem or something not so serious, that way you´ll get pezce of mind. Good luck.|||You probably don%26#039;t have cancer. If you had cysts before, sometimes they can get bigger and they can cause pain and irregular cycles. But I stress, that you should go see your doctor just to be on the safe side. It is important to make sure. Nobody but a doctor can tell you for sure. It is better to spend some money now for piece of mind, then regret it later when you waited to long. Please just go spend the extra money and see your doctor. If you explain to your doctor your money situation, sometimes they can help you.|||The only way to know if you have ovarian cancer or not, is to get tests done by your doctor. Really dear, it%26#039;s much better to be safe than sorry. Please see your doctor. Maybe you should check into some state assistance such as Medicaid or something. Also there are such things as payment arrangements…don%26#039;t be afraid to ask for help. This is nothing to put off, you need to seek medical attention soon…if you don%26#039;t do it for yourself, do it for your children…they need you around for a long, long time.

Best wishes for a healthy, happy, long, love filled life! :)|||dear tasha,

i m sorry to hear ur problem… u didny say whethe ru had weight loss…however check these… a pap test is not reliable to check ovarian cancer..

The sooner ovarian cancer is found and treated, the better a woman%26#039;s chance for recovery. But ovarian cancer is hard to detect early. Many times, women with ovarian cancer have no symptoms or just mild symptoms until the disease is in an advanced stage. Scientists are studying ways to detect ovarian cancer before symptoms develop. They are exploring the usefulness of measuring the level of CA 125, a substance called a tumor marker, which is often found in higher-than-normal amounts in the blood of women with ovarian cancer. They also are evaluating transvaginal ultrasound, a test that may help detect the disease early. The Cancer Information Service can provide information about this research.

Recognizing ovarian cancer symptoms:

Ovarian cancer often shows no obvious signs or symptoms until late in its development. Signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer may include:

General abdominal discomfort and/or pain (gas, indigestion, pressure, swelling, bloating, cramps)

Nausea, diarrhea, constipation, or frequent urination

Loss of appetite

Feeling of fullness even after a light meal

Weight gain or loss with no known reason

Abnormal bleeding from the vagina

These symptoms may be caused by ovarian cancer or by other, less serious conditions. It is important to check with a doctor about any of these symptoms.

To help find the cause of symptoms, a doctor evaluates a woman%26#039;s medical history. The doctor also performs a physical exam and orders diagnostic tests. Some exams and tests that may be useful are described below:

Pelvic exam includes feeling the uterus, vagina, ovaries, fallopian tubes, bladder, and rectum to find any abnormality in their shape or size. (A Pap test, a good test for cancer of the cervix, is often done along with the pelvic exam, but it is not a reliable way to find or diagnose ovarian cancer.)

Ultrasound refers to the use of high-frequency sound waves. These waves, which cannot be heard by humans, are aimed at the ovaries. The pattern of the echoes they produce creates a picture called a sonogram. Healthy tissues, fluid-filled cysts, and tumors look different on this picture.

CA-125 assay is a blood test used to measure the level of CA-125, a tumor marker that is often found in higher-than-normal amounts in the blood of women with ovarian cancer.

Lower GI series, or barium enema, is a series of x-rays of the colon and rectum. The pictures are taken after the patient is given an enema with a white, chalky solution containing barium. The barium outlines the colon and rectum on the x-ray, making tumors or other abnormal areas easier to see.

CT (or CAT) scan is a series of detailed pictures of areas inside the body created by a computer linked to an x-ray machine.

Biopsy is the removal of tissue for examination under a microscope. A pathologist studies the tissue to make a diagnosis. To obtain the tissue, the surgeon performs a laparotomy (an operation to open the abdomen). If cancer is suspected, the surgeon performs an oophorectomy (removal of the entire ovary). This is important because, if cancer is present, removing just a sample of tissue by cutting through the outer layer of the ovary could allow cancer cells to escape and cause the disease to spread.

If the diagnosis is ovarian cancer, the doctor will want to learn the stage (or extent) of disease. Staging is a careful attempt to find out whether the cancer has spread and, if so, to what parts of the body. Staging may involve surgery, x-rays and other imaging procedures, and lab tests. Knowing the stage of the disease helps the doctor plan treatment.

it would be treated by surgerry , radiotheraphy or chemotheraphy

let me pray for u so that the results may favour u.. god bless u.|||Well look! if you are a hypochondriac then you know that you are only going to worry about this until you check it out.

So be a good little girl and go to your doctor and have the necessary checks and then at least you will know one way or the other. Money shouldn%26#039;t put you off because if it is cancer don;t you want a chance to beat it.

Most likely it will be a false alarm but I always figure that every test you have is a test that tells you what you don%26#039;t have so its not money wasted.

Go for it. and try not to worry or you will get something.

I%26#039;m at my wits end here. Does anybody have any suggestions for me because I%26#039;m at a loss here. We both live in two different stat es. She has both ovarian cancer %26amp; HPV; she%26#039;s taken chemotherapy for the ovarian cancer but the meds make her feel drained and terrible. I feel so helpless, yet I wanna help her but without knowledge %26amp; money what can I do?|||Awwww, that%26#039;s so sad! Just stay by her side and keep doing what you%26#039;re doing, she needs you, especially now. And with the hospital bills, make money no object…just hope and pray that she gets better!

Good luck! Keep your head up|||Thanks a million, Lildevil. I do believe in prayer and money will not be an object, especially in this situation. I love her completely and deeply and, I will stay by her side. We also plan to get married. Thank you and everyone else. May God richly bless you all. Report It
|||Just stay beside her and be there as much as very possible, if not only for emotional support. Tell her NEVER to give up on you and that you love her.|||my sugestion is that you be there for her all the way, don%26#039;t show pitty. when she wants to talk take with her. be a good listener|||Well has she seen a doctor? that would be good.

There isn%26#039;t much you can do, it%26#039;s good that you have shown you care, the most you can do is pray that she will be okay.

Hope this helps.

Teresa.|||Good day, I am not a medical rep or someone in that business but Im here to give you a little soul lift. I personally admire and salute your attitude towards the situation and I want to say that you are such a good person. Please dont lose hope, you should contact your most reliable health center that are for free. Or you may write to the GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceutical Company to ask for help. I hope this helps. I will pray for you and your girlfriend.

Prayers do help

Godbless|||stay with her, always tell her how much you love her and remember to pray for her everytime. Wish you guys the best|||Not too much you can do, you are not her doctor so it is pretty much out of your hands. Just be there for her, talk to her, let her know you care about her, and try it take it easy. You may feel helpless, but in a serious case like this, there isn%26#039;t much you can do.|||she may end up having her ovaries removed which means she wouldn%26#039;t be able to have any children. in that case she may become really depressed and will need alot of support from people who are really close to her. you didn%26#039;t mention what states you live in but are you close enough that you can visit her once in awhile, that would probably help her out alot

Im recieving injections of lupron depot for ovarian cancer, what are you experiences or side effects with this?|||Hi! I have been taking Lupron injections for 2 years for breast cancer. There is a lot of new exciting info about this treatment out there. Here are some sites with info:

http://www.timesleader.com/mld/timeslead…

and

www.breastcancer.org

- just search on lupron.

The side effects are like those of menopause, hence the new name %26quot;Chemopause%26quot;. I%26#039;ll be honest, the shots drive me crazy sometimes, but on the other hand, I am still here! I was diagnosed with hormonal BC at 42, so putting me into menopause was a must. I had surgery, CMF chemo, radiation,

and now the monthly injections along with Arimidex, and Boniva to maintain bone strength. Lupron does cause osteopenia or porosis, so you%26#039;ll need to take something for that, too. I like Boniva because it is monthly instead of weekly.

I hope I was helpful. Best of luck to you - and remember- the side effects are worth survival!

Hello, i am Sixteen I had Ovarian cancer when i was around 11.. Although i am not trying to Get pregnant. For Future references i wanted to know my chances of having a child later on. I no longer have ovarian cancer.. but When i had sugery they reconstructed my ovary. So i wanted to know do i have any chance of having a child?|||Sorry to hear about your cancer, you are very young.

About your question: You better ask your doctor about it.|||hun did u hav cancer n both ur ovaries or one? it realy depends.|||i think its slim 2 none and if you do your lucky!!! mabe u do im not sure try and find out when your ready good luck !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!|||Hi! I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2003 (I was 29) they removed 1 ovary and I had 6 rounds of heavy duty chemo because the cancer had spread to my lymph nodes. I am now in remission. At the time I was told I would not be able to have more children ( I had 1 son aged 18months) but since I have had 2 more. A little boy in Feb 2005 and a little girl in Feb 2006. Both were concieved naturally and both are beautiful healthy little miracles. Remember don%26#039;t give up, there is always a possibility.