Question 1

does ovarian cancer cause tailbone pain?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: The ovaries are closer to you groin and not likely to refer pain to the tail bone. There are exceptions such as metastatic disease that directly effects the tail bone or causes irritation to the nerves that lead to the tailbone.

Question 2

what is the cause of bloating from ovarian cancer?

Accepted Answer

Probably ascites.: Ascites is a common finding/complication in ovarian cancer patients.  Bloating could also come from the increased size in the ovary due to the tumor, which results in an increased abdominal girth.  It could also be from a condition called endometriosis, which can make fluid and cycle like a period which can also cause bloating.  Estrogen replacement therapy increases ovarian cancer risk.

Question 3

could  ovarian cancer cause high liver enzymes?

Accepted Answer

Liver enzymes: Ovarian cancer, could produce elevation of the liver enzymes for several reasons, spread to the liver, chometherapy effect, vascular congestion due to spread into the blood vessels of the abdomen. Still testing should be done for other causes of liver disease.

Question 4

can ovarian cancer cause wbc count to increase?

Accepted Answer

See your oncologist: It can if their is an associated infection. See your oncologist or ob/gyn.

Question 5

can ovarian cancer cause positive pregnancy test?

Accepted Answer

Ovarian Cancer: Many different types of cancer comprise what is commonly called "ovarian cancer." Many of these can induce secondary changes in the surrounding ovarian tissue to secrete hormones that may in part mimic pregnancy effect. Only a few uncommon types will actually produce pregnancy hormones themselves.

Question 6

during sex i bleed i have an ovarian cyst what cause that.and how do you know you have ovarian cancer?

Accepted Answer

See doctor: It is not feasible to know why you bleed during sex, without examining you. You should see a gynecologist to address the issues you raised as this forum may not be appropriate for your concerns.

Question 7

how is ovarian cancer caused?

Accepted Answer

No one cause: There is no specific cause for ovarian cancer, but several risk factors have been identified. Women who have a family history of either ovarian, breast, or colon cancer all are at increased risk for ovarian cancer.  Most ovarian cancers are diagnosed in the six or seventh decades of life, and typically arise from the ovarian epithelium.  There is no effective screening test for ovarian cancer.

Question 8

can ovarian cancer be caused by abortions?

Accepted Answer

No: There is no evidence to suggest that abortions cause any type of cancer including ovarian cancer.

Question 9

why is talcum powder a cause of ovarian cancer?

Accepted Answer

Talc in ovarian ca: One explanation for a possible association between talc and ovarian cancer is that decades ago talcum powder was sometimes contaminated with asbestos, a known carcinogen.

Question 10

what's products should i stay away from that has talcon powder in it bc it's cause  ovarian cancer?

Accepted Answer

I don't believe it: You're 20 and too young to have really grasped the extent   of deception in this world. Most physicians think that the "scientific studies" showing a link between cancer and talcum powder are the result of recall bias -- ask a question the right way, and you'll get results that aren't true. If you believe all the scare stuff online and from lawyers, you'll end up unable to do anything.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Is ovarian cancer caused by std

A member asked:

Does ovarian cancer cause tailbone pain?

A member asked:

What is the cause of bloating from ovarian cancer?

A member asked:

Could ovarian cancer cause high liver enzymes?

A member asked:

Can ovarian cancer cause wbc count to increase?

A member asked:

Can ovarian cancer cause positive pregnancy test?

A member asked:

During sex i bleed i have an ovarian cyst what cause that.and how do you know you have ovarian cancer?

A member asked:

How is ovarian cancer caused?

A member asked:

Can ovarian cancer be caused by abortions?

A member asked:

Why is talcum powder a cause of ovarian cancer?

A member asked:

What's products should i stay away from that has talcon powder in it bc it's cause ovarian cancer?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?