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Ovarian Cancer
that will explore the following: Use of oral contraceptives (Women who use birth control pills are less likely to develop ovarian cancer.) Pregnancy
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Report: Lilly drug doesn't affect survival in ovarian cancer
Source: Indystar Date: 03/11/06 Headline: Report: Lilly drug doesn't affect survival in ovarian cancer Eli Lilly and Co.'s Gemzar has
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ovarian cancer
"I am 21 years old, without children. My family has a history of both breast and ovarian cancer. I have been fighting cervical dysplasia for two years now. Lately (past 2-3 months) I have been feeling lower pelvic bloating everyday, all day. I don't drink soft drinks or eat foods that would cause this. Could I be having symptoms?" You should see your gyn/onc or gyn as soon as possible. This could be symptoms of something benign such as endometriosis, benign ovarian cysts, or pregnancy, or it could be a sign of something more serious like ovarian cancer or cervical cancer. Given your history with cervical dysplasia, you should visit your doctor very soon.
Good luck, and please keep us updated.
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Ovarian cancer
"go to another doctor right away !!!" I agree, go to another doctor immediately -- you need a CA 125 blood test, a transvaginal ultrasound, and a CT scan or MRI. If there are any abnormalities requiring surgery, you need a gyn/onc, preferably at a teaching hospital if you can. With your family history there is a VERY STRONG chance that you will be afflicted with ovarian or breast cancer. You have symptoms associated with ovarian cancer and a strong family history of cancer at a relatively young age.
Go to the doctor as soon as you can. And please keep us updated with your progress.
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Jul 28 2006, 5:44 PM EDT by
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ovarian cancer
Hi,
Dermoid cysts are benign 98% of the time, however they can be dangerous if they cause the ovary to twist (torsion) as this can cause internal bleeding. Two percent of dermoid cysts become or are cancerous.
If you are still having abdominal and leg pains, you need to see your gynecologist. You should probably have a transvaginal ultrasound to see if there are any new cysts (regular or simple ovarian cysts can also cause back and abdominal pain if they are large enough). You can also ask your gynecologist about running a CA 125 blood test and and a test of your hormone levels, as these can indicate problems with the ovaries (both benign and malignant). If necessary, your doctor may send you for an MRI or a CT scan.
Other possible problems which could be causing your pain is adhesions (internal scar tissue) caused by the surgery or dermoid cyst, endometriosis, or uterine fibroids. There are a number of other benign conditions which could also be causing the pain. There is a higher likelihood of your pain stemming from a benign rather than cancerous condition, but given your history you should certainly have this checked out. If nothing else, you should try to find a way to treat or get rid of the pain as I'm sure this must be difficult for you to have to deal with on a daily basis.
Do insist that your doctor or gynecologist follow up on this problem. Go to another physician if you must.
Good luck, and keep us updated! If you need any more information, please post again here or on my profile page.
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Inheriting cancer
For many of us, getting cancer is much like having blue eyes, curly hair, big ears or a crooked nose -- it runs in the family. About 25% of cancer
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Endometrial cancer
Long-term use of tamoxifen (2-5 years) Never having given birth Family history of uterine/endometrial cancer Personal
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Breast-ovarian cancer syndrome ups risk
Source: Consumer Health Daily Date: 08/21/06 Headline: Breast-ovarian cancer syndrome ups risk U.S. researchers want women to know familial
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Feedback on other cancer sites
There is no lack of information about cancer on the Web. But when it comes to useful information, it's an entirely different story. This is the place
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Breast cancer - causes and risk factors
a mutation, and you can see the damage these genes can do. In addition, those of us who carry a BRCA gene and do get breast cancer have an increased risk
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link to Ovarian Cancer and Us
http://ovariancancerandus.blogspot.com
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Survivors' Debate: The Past Decade in Ovarian Cancer
News Advisory
Carolyn Benivegna and Sandi Pniauskas
contact: Sandi Pniauskas
contact: 905 668-0767
email: sandipn@sympatico.ca
further information/registration: http://ovariancancerdebate.blogspot.com
online poll: http://cancerissues.blogspot.com/
WHAT: Ovarian cancer survivors, Carolyn Benivegna (U.S.) and Sandi Pniauskas (Canada), announce the first ever Ovarian Cancer Survivors Debate. The two conferences are survivor-led and survivor-organized with debate and discussion surrounding the multitude of issues - the past and the present. Open and lively dialogue will be encouraged.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: All cancer survivors/caregivers, healthcare professionals, researchers, pharmacists and the general public are encouraged to attend and participate.
WHERE/
WHEN:
#1: Sheraton Hotel, Novi, MI Sat. October 27th, 2007
#2: Metropolitan Hotel, Toronto, ON Sat. November 3rd, 2007
Time: 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
BACKGROUND: The debate and ensuing open forum public discussions will include the specifics of disease-related issues including genetics, access to care and communications. Carolyn Benivegna is a nine year ovarian cancer survivor, a BRCA1 carrier and Founder/Board Member of OCAG-GC. Sandi Pniauskas is an eight ovarian cancer survivor with a genetic predisposition to Lynch Syndrome/Hereditary NonPolyposis Colorectal Cancer and a member of the Cochrane Collaboration. Carolyn and Sandi are energetic, knowledgeable ovarian cancer advocates and activists since the beginning of their journeys.
Ovarian cancer survivors Annamarie DeCarlo and Dr. Yi Pan will co-moderate both events. Bridget Capo (R.N.) and Pamela J. West (R.N.) will provide support and collaborate with Benivegna and Pniauskas in formal publication of the event proceedings.
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FDA approves first drug treatment for late-stage cervical cancer
Source: FDA News Date : 06/19/06 Headline: FDA approves first drug treatment for late-stage cervical cancer The U.S. Food and Drug
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Cancer News, Cancer Research
and research. Interesting! Current news stories November 2006 16 October - Ovarian Cancer Rates Lower in Sunny Latitudes October
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Aspirin Derivative May Treat Recurrence of Ovarian Cancer
Source : Forbes.com Date : 02/15/06 Headline : Aspirin Derivative May Treat Recurrence of Ovarian Cancer Women who are successfully treated
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Gene silencer helps shut down ovarian cancer
Source: Forbes.com Date: 08/18/06 Headline: Gene silencer helps shut down ovarian cancer A new gene-based technique could help fight killer
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Unusual drug touted in ovarian cancer fight
Source: Boston Globe Date: 01/05/06 Headline: Unusual weapon touted in ovarian cancer fight Dripping chemotherapy drugs directly
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MUHC researchers develop new model to identify ovarian cancer genes
Source: CNW Group Date: 08/15/06 Headline: MUHC researchers develop new model to identify ovarian cancer genes Researchers from the MUHC
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Stage I ovarian cancer
Definition Cancer is found in one or both of the ovaries and has not spread. Stage I is divided into stage IA, stage IB, and stage IC. In stage IA
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