Question 1

are varicose veins a sign of ovarian cancer?

Accepted Answer

No: Absolutely not. Varicose vein are not a sign of ovarian cancer. Unfortunately, ovarian cancer it typically diagnosed late after it has spread. When the lymph nodes in the pelvis are involved, this can cause leg swelling. Leg swelling from other causes, however, is much more common.

Question 2

i've been diagnosed with varicose veins on my ovaries could this lead to ovarian cancer if it isn't gotten rid of? and how can i get rid of them

Accepted Answer

Ovarian veins.: Varicose veins of the ovaries are usually a sign of pelvic congestion syndrome but could also be a normal variant.  There is no association between ovarian veins and cancer.  See you gynecologist for further info.

Question 3

blue veins on pelvis sign of ovarian cancer?

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Usually not.: Although a pelvic or abdominal tumor can lead to an increase in pelvic veins seen on the skin, there are more frequent causes such as malfunctioning (refluxing) valves in the saphenous system or even in the ovarian veins (pelvic congestion syndrome).A ct of the abdomen and pelvis as well as a leg venous ultrasound will help to make the diagnosis. See a vein specialist.

Question 4

help please! is amenorrhea a common sign of ovarian cancer?

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No: Typical symptoms of ovarian cancer is bloating, abdominal or pelvic pain, bowel changes. Amenorrhea typically happens if ther are alterations in hormones.

Question 5

can a sore coccyx be a sign of ovarian cancer?

Accepted Answer

Very unlikely, but -: Possible if the cancer has spread locally to the coccyx.
Check wit your gyneacologist. Bone scans and ct/mris would all help to determine that.

Question 6

is sacrolic joint pain a sign of ovarian cancer?

Accepted Answer

No: There are a lot of causes of sick really act pain and it would be unusual to consider ovarian cancer as a cause. There could be Musculoskeletal causes there could be pulled muscle or arthritis of the sacroiliac joint, but ovarian cancer is rare if it ever a cause

Question 7

is chronic upper left quadrant pain a sign of ovarian cancer?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: Any chronic pain can be associated with ovarian cancer, but what you describe can be associated with many other non-cancerous issues. Best to check with your pcp or obgyn for a thorough checkup.

Good luck.

Question 8

is missing a period a sign of ovarian cancer?

Accepted Answer

No: Irregular periods are not a symptom one usually associates with ovarian cancer. If you missed a period then start with a  home pregnancy test. If negative an Obgyn can evaluate you and offer options for menstrual cycle regulation. If you have other symptoms that make you concerned for cancer please address them with your doctor.

Question 9

is bad ovulation pain a sign of ovarian cancer?

Accepted Answer

No: Symptoms of ovarian cancer are non-specific and pain would be a late symptom. See this site for more info.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/ovarian-cancer/ds00293.

Question 10

is severe cramping a sign of ovarian cancer?

Accepted Answer

most of the time: In the initial stages ovarian cancers will not have any symptoms, rare occasions possible to have ' severe craping ' but  this is not usual presenting symptoms .Regular examination by your gynecologist is important for early diagnosis.

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