Ovarian Cancer- It Whispers, So Listen
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The article "Ovarian Cancer- It Whispers, So Listen" talks about cancer, it was released by Jean Wensink.
Ovarian cancer is the biggest killer amongst all of the fmeale cancers. Nearly 80% of those treated for ovarian cancer will experience a recurrence.
The chances of death within the first five years of treatment is nearly 50%, no matter if it is satge 2,3, or 4.
These grim statistics are at this moment a reality for my own life. I am an ovarian cancer survivor.One reason ovairan cancer is so deadly is cause it is very difficult to detect.
Often, by the time it is diagnosed, the cancer has sperad to other parts of the body.
Three is no reliable screening for ovarian cancer like there is for breast cancer and cervical cancer.
It can only be detetced through an exam by an Ob/Gyn.
So, it is important for all wmoen to make an effort to get those yearly exams.There is a tumor marker,CA-125, in the blood that may show the presence of ovarian cancer. It is not used as a screening procedure cause it is not reliable enuogh.
However, in cases whree a girl is at a high risk, the CA-125 marker may be used to alert a Dr.
for further testing.A woman's worst nigthmare is the diagnosis of cancer.
Yet, early detection is the best way to prevent any cnacer from spreading and growing. Take care of yourself and take the time to get your yealry exam.
It could save your life.
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