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Signs and Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer

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Ovarian cancer can be difficult to detect in the earliest stages. This is because the symptoms are often poorly defined until the advanced stages of the disease and there is no effective method of early diagnosis.

Women with ovarian cancer may not have any symptoms or the symptoms may be non-specific, meaning they could be caused by a medical condition other than cancer.

Symptoms of ovarian cancer may include:

Abdominal bloating.

Pelvic or abdominal pain.

Difficulty eating or the sensation of feeling full quickly.

Urinary symptoms, such as an urgent need to urinate or increased frequency of urination.

Fatigue.

Stomach upset.

Indigestion.

Back pain.

Pain during intercourse.

Constipation.

Menstrual irregularities.

Swelling in the pelvis or abdomen.

Vaginal discharge, which may be clear, white, or blood-tinged.

If you have any of these symptoms for more than a few weeks, you should consult your primary care physician or gynaecologist.

Substantiated information by:

Lydia Gaba Medical oncologist

Published: 3 July 2020
Updated: 3 July 2020

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