Early stages of ovarian cancer are difficult to diagnose. There is no definitive diagnostic test for early diagnosis, and symptoms are vague and easily confused with gastrointestinal problems such as constipation and bloating.

However, this does not mean that women are powerless. Knowing the symptoms and risks of ovarian cancer is your best defense against the disease.

Symptoms of ovarian cancer

A pelvic examination is important for a woman’s health, but unfortunately, most ovarian tumors are difficult to diagnose. Health care providers test for cervical cancer, such as Papillomavirus and HPV (human papillomavirus), but do not diagnose cervical cancer. In most cases, an ultrasound or CT scan of a woman reveals ovarian cancer. All this means that the disease often shows up late, when the cancer is already advanced and can spread to other parts of the body.