COMMON SIGNS OF OVARIAN CANCER:

• Difficulty with eating or feeling full quickly
• Urinary symptoms “urgency or frequency
• Pressure or pain in the abdomen, pelvis, back or legs
• A swollen or bloated abdomen

LESS COMMON SYMPTOMS:

• Nausea, indigestion, gas, constipation or diarrhea
• Excessive fatigue continually
• Shortness of breath
• Unusual vaginal bleeding (heavy periods, bleeding after menopause)

WHAT TO DO:

Women who experience these symptoms almost daily for more than a few weeks should see their gynecologist. They should also ask their doctor about the CA-125 blood test and ask to explore ultrasound options.