Ovarian Cancer Articles A-Z
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, a standard treatment for the disease, can be given intravenously or orally. This eMedTV resource explains this treatment option in detail, including a list of potential side effects.
This page of the eMedTV website explains the process doctors use to make an ovarian cancer diagnosis, including descriptions of the various tests. It also explains what the next steps are once the diagnosis is confirmed.
Women experiencing ovarian cancer pain commonly 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.