Ovarian Cancer in India among women of reproductive and growing age has become one of the common problems. It is one of the most common cancer affecting women in India. Know more about ovarian cancer in India with Cancer Healer Center.
About Ovarian cancer
Ovarian cancer is the cancer of the ovaries (which produce eggs) which is located above the womb connected by two fallopian tubes. There are three main types of ovarian tumors:
- Epithelial tumors: Tumors that start from the cells that cover the outer surface of the ovary
- Germ cell tumors: These start from the cells that make eggs.
- Stromal tumors: They start from the cells that hold the ovaries together
It is the 5th most common cancer in women after breast, lung, bowel and womb cancer.
linkRisk Factors:
The exact cause of the cancer is still not known, but there are some factors that are found to increase the risk-
- Age: Like most cancers, one of the risk factors is increasing age.
- Infertile: Women who are infertile i.e. who cannot conceive have a high risk of cancer development.
- Family history: Around 1 in 10 cancers are due to inherited faulty genes like BRCA1 and BRCA2. Also, if you have a family member with Ovarian cancer or Breast cancer, then the chances of you getting the cancer increases.
- Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): A small percentage of ovarian cancer is linked with HRT use.
- Overweight: According to a research, if you are overweight you may have a high risk of cancer development.
- Talcum powder: Using talcum powder in between your legs may lead to irritation causing inflammation and resulting into cancer. Though research is still going on in this field but precautions should be taken while using talcum powder.
linkSymptoms:
Ovarian cancer symptoms can sometimes be vague and difficult to detect in the early stage. Hence, if any of the below mentioned symptoms continue for long, a doctor offering top ovarian cancer treatment in India or anywhere should be consulted at the earliest-
- Pain in the lower abdomen and back
- Irregular periods and sometimes bleeding after menopause
- Loss of appetite
- Frequent urination
- Constipation and feeling of tiredness
- Pain during sex
- Abdomen swelling
Ovarian Cancer: Stages
Stage I: The tumor is restricted to the ovaries. No spread to the abdomen, pelvis, lymph nodes or distant sites.
Stage II: The tumor is present in one or both ovaries along with advancement to the pelvic region, such as the fallopian tubes or uterus. No spread to the lymph nodes or distant sites.
Stage III: The tumor is either present in one or both ovaries along with advancement to the peritoneum (abdominal lining) or the cancer has advanced to the lymph nodes in the rear of the abdomen. No spread to distant sites.
Stage IV: The cancer is in the advanced stage with involvement of distant organs such as lungs, liver, spleen, bones, and intestines. The lymph nodes may or may not be affected.
linkDiagnosis:
After the physical examination the following tests are done to confirm the presence of cancerous cells in the ovaries:
- Blood test: Ovaries produce a protein called CA125 which can be measured during a blood test. Usually, women have a low level of this hormone and if the level increases it indicates that there is something wrong.
- Ultrasound: This test helps to find whether the ovaries are of the right size and texture and if there is any cyst formation in the ovaries. Also whether the cysts are cancerous or not.
- CT Scan: This test helps the doctor see the detailed picture of the ovaries and to find if the cancer has spread to the other parts of the body or not.
- Chest X-ray: This scan is used to find out if the cancer has spread to the lungs
- Laparoscopy: This test helps the doctor see the entire ovary and the areas around it and find out the stage of the cancer.
- Other tests include MRI, PET, colonoscopy etc.
You can reduce your ovarian cancer risk by:
- Birth control pills: Taking contraceptive pills is linked to reduce ovarian cancer risk. According to research, contraceptive pills contain a hormone called progesterone that reduces the cancer risk.
- Having children: Women with 3-4 children have a very low risk of getting the cancer compared with women having no children.
- Breastfeeding: There is a link found between lowering cancer risk and breastfeeding. Hence it’s advised to breastfeed for as long as you can.
- Painkillers: According to a research, some painkillers like aspirin reduces the risk of ovarian cancer
- Other factors that can reduce the risk includes low fat diet, removal of the uterus without removing the ovaries and getting your tubes tied.
linkTreatment:
Most women with ovarian cancer are usually diagnosed in the advanced stage where treatment options are limited. At Cancer Healer Center, a team of experts carefully plan the ovarian cancer treatment based on the type of cancer, spread of the disease and general health of the patient. The treatment used at the center- Cancer Healer Therapy is based on a therapy called Immunotherapy which uses the body’s immune system to detect and destroy the cancer cells. This is one of the most effective mode of ovarian cancer treatment in India. Women suffering at any stage, be it early or advanced, can be treated by cancer healer therapy with great success. Treatment may be used alone or in conjunction with other treatments such as radiation therapy, chemotherapy, etc. Contact Cancer Healer Center for ovarian cancer treatment in India.
