eMedTV Ovarian Cancer Articles

Low Malignant Potential Ovarian Cancer

Thu, 28 Sep 2006 18:06:49 CDT

Low Malignant Potential Ovarian Cancer
This page on the eMedTV website provides a detailed look at low malignant potential ovarian cancer (a disease in which precancerous cells form in the tissue covering the ovary). It explores treatment options, staging methods, and more.

Alternative Ovarian Cancer Treatment

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 16:13:12 CDT

Alternative Ovarian Cancer Treatment
Alternative ovarian cancer treatment, like acupuncture or a special diet, may help with symptoms and pain. This eMedTV resource describes a few alternative methods and includes a list of questions to ask your doctor before trying this approach.

Early Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 19:19:15 CDT

Early Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer
As this section of the eMedTV archives explains, most women do not recognize early symptoms of ovarian cancer. But research shows there are warning signs. This page lists a few of them and stresses the importance of following up with your doctor.

Ovarain Cancer

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 16:05:10 CDT

Ovarain Cancer
Ovarian cancer is the fourth leading cause of cancer death in women. This eMedTV Web page explains who is at a lower risk for developing this condition and lists available treatment options. Ovarain cancer is a common misspelling of ovarian cancer.

Ovarian Cancer Causes

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 15:20:24 CDT

Ovarian Cancer Causes
This eMedTV segment discusses risk factors that, while not actual ovarian cancer causes, may increase a woman's chances of developing the condition. These risk factors include age and use of hormone replacement therapy, among other things.

Ovarian Cancer Chemotherapy

Wed, 9 Sep 2009 16:04:19 CDT

Ovarian Cancer Chemotherapy
As this eMedTV segment explains, chemotherapy is a standard treatment for ovarian cancer; it can be given intravenously or orally. This article explains this treatment option in detail, including a list of potential side effects.

Ovarian Cancer Diagnosis

Sun, 5 Jul 2009 18:26:12 CDT

Ovarian Cancer Diagnosis
This page of the eMedTV Web site explains the process doctors use to diagnose ovarian cancer, including descriptions of the various tests. It also explains what the next steps are once the diagnosis is confirmed.

Ovarian Cancer Pain

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 14:49:50 CDT

Ovarian Cancer Pain
Women experiencing pain from ovarian cancer may find relief through medication and alternative treatments. This eMedTV resource explains these and other options, and also explains the importance of communicating your level of pain to your doctor.

Ovarian Cancer Prevention

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 17:48:47 CDT

Ovarian Cancer Prevention
As this eMedTV article explains, ovarian cancer prevention means avoiding the risk factors and increasing the protective factors so that the chances of developing the disease decrease.

Ovarian Cancer Prognosis

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:57:00 CST

Ovarian Cancer Prognosis
By knowing the prognosis, patients may find it easier to cope with the stress of having a given disease. This eMedTV segment describes factors that affect a woman's prognosis for ovarian cancer, such as the type and location of the cancer.

Ovarian Cancer Questions

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 18:40:21 CDT

Ovarian Cancer Questions
This eMedTV article offers lists of ovarian cancer questions to ask your doctor about your diagnosis, treatment plan, side effects, and more. Getting answers to these questions can help you to further understand your condition.

Ovarian Cancer Radiation

Sun, 1 Oct 2006 16:32:44 CDT

Ovarian Cancer Radiation
When treating ovarian cancer, radiation therapy can be injected into the abdomen or given through a machine. This eMedTV segment provides an overview of this common treatment method, including possible side effects.

Ovarian Cancer Research

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 15:33:47 CST

Ovarian Cancer Research
This page of the eMedTV Web site describes current areas of ovarian cancer research, such as biotherapy, surgery, and high-dose chemotherapy with stem cell transplant. It also explains the potential benefits of participating in clinical studies.

Ovarian Cancer Stages

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 14:49:16 CDT

Ovarian Cancer Stages
As this eMedTV page explains, the stages of ovarian cancer are determined by tests that reveal if cancer has spread within the ovaries or to other parts of the body. The stages include stage I, stage II, stage III, and stage IV, with further sub-stages.

Ovarian Cancer Statistics

Thu, 5 Mar 2009 19:41:52 CST

Ovarian Cancer Statistics
The overall 5-year relative survival rate for ovarian cancer for 1996-2002 was 44.7 percent. This page of the eMedTV Web site offers more statistics on ovarian cancer, including those relating to survival rates, diagnosis, mortality rates, and more.

Ovarian Cancer Support

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 15:53:47 CDT

Ovarian Cancer Support
This eMedTV article explains the various ovarian cancer support options available to women. For example, support groups provide an environment where patients can discuss their concerns with others who may be having similar experiences.

Ovarian Cancer Surgery

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 18:54:23 CST

Ovarian Cancer Surgery
This segment of the eMedTV library describes the various types of surgery for ovarian cancer. This article takes a closer look at how each type is performed and also discusses several risk factors to be aware of.

Ovarian Cancer Survival Rate

Sun, 1 Oct 2006 19:47:47 CDT

Ovarian Cancer Survival Rate
This page of the eMedTV website offers statistics regarding the 5-year ovarian cancer survival rate, as well as the overall survival rate based on age and race. It also lists factors that affect the survival rate, such as the type of ovarian cancer.

Ovarian Cancer Symptoms

Tue, 9 Sep 2008 12:13:54 CDT

Ovarian Cancer Symptoms
Common ovarian cancer symptoms may include feeling full quickly, constipation, and abnormal weight gain or loss. This eMedTV segment discusses these and other signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer and explains the danger in overlooking possible symptoms.

Ovarian Cancer Treatment by Stage

Mon, 2 Oct 2006 17:41:40 CDT

Ovarian Cancer Treatment by Stage
This page of the eMedTV website provides a detailed look at ovarian cancer treatment by stage for the three types of ovarian cancer: ovarian epithelial cancer, ovarian germ cell cancer, or low malignant potential ovarian cancer.

Ovarian Cancer Treatment

Mon, 2 Feb 2009 15:57:05 CST

Ovarian Cancer Treatment
This eMedTV article describes each type of ovarian cancer treatment in detail -- surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. It also discusses the risk of side effects and the importance of followup visits once treatment is complete.

Ovarian Cancer

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 15:59:39 CDT

Ovarian Cancer
When cancerous cells form in the tissues of the ovaries, this is known as ovarian cancer. This eMedTV article provides an in-depth look at the condition, including symptoms, treatment options, prognosis, and more.

Ovarien Cancer

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 15:59:30 CDT

Ovarien Cancer
Ovarian cancer is a common disease that occurs when malignant cells form in the tissues of the ovaries. This eMedTV resource explains just how common this condition is and who it affects. Ovarien cancer is a common misspelling of ovarian cancer.

Ovarienne Cancer

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 16:02:59 CDT

Ovarienne Cancer
Ovarian cancer is a disease that usually has no early symptoms. This eMedTV segment explains who is affected by this cancer, how staging is determined, and what treatments are available. Ovarienne cancer is a common misspelling of ovarian cancer.

Ovarion Cancer

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 16:01:16 CDT

Ovarion Cancer
Ovarian cancer is a disease in which malignant cells develop in the tissues of the ovaries. This eMedTV page lists risk factors for this cancer and explains how a doctor determines treatment. Ovarion cancer is a common misspelling of ovarian cancer.

Overian Cancer

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 15:51:35 CDT

Overian Cancer
Ovarian cancer occurs when cancerous cells form in the tissues of the ovaries. This eMedTV page lists risk factors for this condition and explains what treatment options are available. Overian cancer is a common misspelling of ovarian cancer.

Types of Ovarian Cancer

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 15:50:57 CDT

Types of Ovarian Cancer
This eMedTV page explains the three types of ovarian cancer (low malignant potential ovarian cancer, ovarian germ cell cancer, and ovarian epithelial cancer). It also explores the difference between benign tumors, malignant tumors, and ovarian cysts.

Ovarian Epithelial Cancer

Thu, 28 Sep 2006 18:25:41 CDT

Ovarian Epithelial Cancer
This eMedTV resource offers a detailed look at ovarian epithelial cancer (a disease in which cancer cells form in the tissue covering the ovary). It also explains possible symptoms, treatment options, and factors that affect a woman's prognosis.

Ovarian Germ Cell Cancer

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 11:02:05 CDT

Ovarian Germ Cell Cancer
This eMedTV resource offers a detailed discussion of ovarian germ cell cancer (a disease in which malignant cells form in the germ cells of the ovary). It explores possible symptoms, treatment options, and factors that affect a woman's prognosis.