Overview
Ovarian cancer is a growth of cells that forms in the ovaries. It is important for the body to work properly because cells that multiply too quickly can destroy healthy tissue. There are two ovaries in the female reproductive system, and they produce eggs as well as a hormone.
Ovarian cancer treatment usually involves surgery and chemotherapy.
Symptoms
Though ovarian cancer symptoms might not be noticeable at first, they can become more prominent as the cancer becomes more advanced. Other, more common conditions might cause the symptoms.
Symptoms and signs of ovarian cancer may include:
- Weight Loss
- Fatigue
- Back Pain
- Feeling discomfort in pelvic area
- Abdominal swelling or bloating
- Feeling full very quickly when eating
- Constipation
- Frequently need to urinate
Make an appointment to see the doctor if you are see any if these signs or symptoms.
Causes
It is not so clear what is the exact reason behind the ovarian cancer, but doctors have identified few things that can help in increasing the risk of ovarian cancer.
In accordance with the DNA instructions that code for cells in or near the ovaries, mutations occur in the cells' genomes. A tumor of ovarian cancer develops when rapid cell growth and proliferation result in an abundance (mass) of cancerous cells. Although the cancer cells continue to exist after the cells that would die have died, once the original tumor has
been formed, they may invade nearby tissue and form a large tumour (mass). Metastasis may occur to other parts of the body.
Types of Ovarian cancer
Your doctor can determine whether to administer therapies based on the type of ovarian cancer you have based on the cell type where the cancer begins. Ovarian cancer varieties include:
- Stromal Tumors
- Germ Cell Tumors
- Epithelial Ovarian Cancer
Risk Factors
Factors include that can increase the risk of Ovarian cancer:
- Older Age
- Family history of Ovarian cancer
- Overweight or obese
- Inherited gene changes
- Endometriosis
- When menstruation started and ended
- Never having been pregnant
- Postmenopausalhormone replacement therapy
Prevention
The substance Kemocarb 150mg Injection is used to treat ovarian cancer. It consists of the active ingredient Carboplatin, which is used to modify the structure of the DNA and stop its production. This stopping of DNA production arrests the development of the tumor.
