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Ovarian Cancer: Ovarian Cancer starts in the ovaries, the female sex organ that produces eggs. It is the fifth most common cancer among women, and the cause is unknown. Because the symtoms are so vague, most diagnosis hapen after the cancer has spread outside the ovaries. Some of the symtoms include: Irregular periods Weight gain or loss Back pain Indigestion Nausea and vomiting increased gas

For treatment most women get surgery. This is the preffered treatment and studies show it has the highest cure rate. Chemotherepy is also used after surgery if there is anything remaining.

Older women are at a higher risk of getting it but it is possible for younger women to have it as well. Some risk factors may include if there is a history of ovarian cancer in your family or if you have had breast cancer.

If the cancer is found early, and hasnt spread into other parts of the body, then the five year survival rate is 94%. However, because the symtoms are so vague, ovarian cancer is often diagnosed in later stages when it has already spread. The survival rate then, is not so high. About 45% live after five years of diagnosis.

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