Ultrasounds send high-frequency sound waves into the body. They help doctors identify abnormal growths and can be used to identify ovarian cancer. Although ultrasounds can detect tumors and masses, ...

Early symptoms of ovarian cancer can include bloating, cramping, and abdominal swelling. Since many conditions, like fluctuating hormones or digestive irritation, can cause these symptoms, sometimes ...

While not as common as other cancers, ovarian cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer deaths among women. It’s particularly deadly because, in most cases, by the time it’s detected, it’s already ...

Sexual reproduction keeps many species alive. In humans, male and female reproductive systems look very different, though. The female reproductive system has many unique parts, including the ovaries, ...

A hemorrhagic ovarian cyst is a type of ovarian cyst that bleeds. Smaller cysts that do not cause symptoms may go away without treatment. However, a person may need surgery to remove a large or ...

A gynaecologist has highlighted key ovarian cancer warning signs including bloating, pelvic pain and urinary symptoms, as more than 75% of cases are diagnosed at a late stage in the UK ...