If I am experiencing symptoms potentially related to ovarian cancer, what are the key symptoms I should be aware of, and what immediate medical evaluations and diagnostic tests does the Foundation for Women's Cancer recommend?
Navigate to sgo.org. Click on the 'Patient Resources' link. On the 'Patient Resources' page, click on the 'Ovarian Cancer' link. Accept the cookie consent. Locate the 'Ovarian Cancer Symptoms' section and identify the symptoms. Locate the 'Medical Evaluation and Diagnosis' section and identify the recommended initial evaluations and diagnostic methods. Synthesize the identified symptoms and recommended medical steps into a concise answer.
Successfully navigate to the Ovarian Cancer resource page on foundationforwomenscancer.org. List the key symptoms of Ovarian Cancer as: bloating, pelvic or abdominal pain, difficulty eating or feeling full quickly, and urinary symptoms (urgency or frequency). State that if one experiences these symptoms, a pelvic (gynecologic) exam and a general physical exam should be performed. State that a pelvic ultrasound is often recommended, even if the exam is normal, to evaluate the ovaries.