Early Detection Saves Lives One in 72 women will be diagnosed
with ovarian cancer in her lifetime. It affects mothers,
daughters, sisters and friends. With early detection about 94%
will survive longer than 5 years after diagnosis. Currently,
only 20% of ovarian cancer is caught early. Estimates for
ovarian cancer in the United States for 2013: about 22,240 new
cases of ovarian cancer will be diagnosed and about 14,230
deaths will occur. It ranks fifth as the cause of cancer deaths
in women, and accounts for more deaths than any other cancer of
the female reproductive system. (Source: American Cancer
Society) Signs and Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer - Abdominal
pressure, bloating, or discomfort - Nausea, indigestion, or gas
- Urinary frequency, constipation, or diarrhea - Abnormal
bleeding - Unusual fatigue - Unexplained weight loss or gain -
Shortness of breath Take action if any symptoms last more than
2-3 weeks. Consult a healthcare professional if any symptoms
persist and they are unusual for you. Experts rec