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Ovarian cancer is an abnormal growth of tissue in the ovary. The ovaries are part of the female reproductive system where the eggs are produced. Most ovarian cancers develop on the surface of the ovary.
There are 3 main types of ovarian cancer:
Symptoms of ovarian cancer include:
The exact cause of ovarian cancer is not known, although there may be some risk factors that increase the chance of its development.
You may be at risk of developing ovarian cancer if you:
However, the risk of ovarian cancer developing in a woman is about 1 in 81, and this tumour is usually 'silent'. The symptoms are vague and usually not detected until the disease is advanced. So, even if you do not have risk factors for the cancer, it is important to consider the possibility if you have the symptoms.
When detected early, ovarian cancer can be successfully treated. Know your risks and schedule regular screenings with your gynaecologist.
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There are several types of ovarian cysts. While most are harmless and resolve on their own, others are more persistent and may cause infertility and other complications.
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Dr Lisa Wong, gynaecologist, explains how minimally invasive surgery improves treatment of gynaecological cancers.
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Ovarian cancer has been dubbed a silent killer as it often presents at a late stage, resulting in low survival rates. Dr Elisa Koh explains the current statistics and treatment methods for ovarian cancer.
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Dr Lim Hwee Yong, senior consultant oncologist at Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital, sheds light on the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of ovarian cancer.
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