Question 1

how come ovarian cancer symptoms present like gi problems?

Accepted Answer

See below: There is probably not a good answer. Ovarian cancer does not have specific symptoms and causes vague abdominal symptoms that are similar to GI symptoms. See this site for more info about ovarian cancer.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/pmh0001891/.

Question 2

what are common ovarian cancer symptoms?

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Variable: Abdominal distension, abdominal pain pain and bloating are the most common symptoms.

Question 3

would ovarian cancer symptoms come out of nowhere and come and go im very anxious worried about my gassy stomach and other things?

Accepted Answer

: Ovarian cancer symptoms are very nonspecific and variable and tend not to appear until late in the disease. With your reported symptoms it is appropriate to rule that out, which can be readily accomplished with a visit to your gynecologist and a transvaginal ultrasound exam.

Question 4

what are ovarian cancer symptoms?

Accepted Answer

None at first: Sadly, there is no screening for ovarian cancer and by the time it causes symptoms, it is often advanced.  Abdominal swelling, pain, intestinal obstruction, or shortness of breath can happen in those cases.  If you have a strong family history of cancer (any kind) please discuss risk reduction methods with an expert in cancer genetics.

Question 5

heavy periods, bleeding between periods, dull cramping everyday, low back pain. could it be ovarian cancer ? symptoms not normal for me

Accepted Answer

Discuss with doctor: There are lots of treatment options you can discuss with your doctor. Lysteda is a nonhormone medication designed for heavy periods. Some benefit from birth control pills, patch or nuvaring. Mirena (levonorgestrel) iud can stop your period in some cases. Consider an endometrial ablation such as genesys hta if you are done having children. These can be done in the safely and comfortably in the office.

Question 6

which type of leg pain is associated with ovarian cancer?

Accepted Answer

Leg pain: Leg pain has a multitude of potential causes that are not directly due to ovarian cancer.  Ie. Ovarian cance does not always produce a specific leg pain.  Important causes of leg pain to out though are a blood clot and an issue of cancer in the bones.  Leg pain could also be related to muscle fatigue, strain, spine issues and such.  Either way you should see your doctor to be evaluated.

Question 7

what kind of leg pain can be  associated with ovarian cancer?

Accepted Answer

Sciatica, if any.: This usually presents with abdominal pain, bloating, urinary symptoms, and weight gain.  This would indicate advanced disease beyond the pelvis.  Leg pain is not a classic symptom, but may occur due to the size the ovarian cancer grows to, and present as sciatica, a condition seen in pregnancy when the baby is at or near term, and presses on the sciatic nerve, causing pain in the back thigh.

Question 8

what kind of leg pain is often associated with ovarian cancer?

Accepted Answer

Most likely sciatica: Since ovarian cancer can spread throughout the pelvis, it is most likely due to something like sciatica, or pressure on the sciatic nerve that causes pain down the leg. However, ovarian cancer can also spread to bone, causing pain, as well as release a hormone that can cause breakdown of bone, also leading to pain.

Question 9

does ovarian cancer cause leg numbness and foot swelling?

Accepted Answer

Possibly : If it has metastasized to other parts of the body such as the spinal cord, then there is a possibility. I would ask your oncologist to look further into this if you are having numbness in your legs and feet. Also if you are getting chemo therapy, this may be the cause of the swelling and numbness in your legs and feet vs the cancer. However, do ask you doctor who is treating you.

Question 10

what type of lower extremity pain is associated with ovarian cancer?

Accepted Answer

Not a common feature: Leg pain is not a usual feature of ovarian cancer. A person with ovarian cancer may develop deep vein thrombosis in the legs and have pain, but that is not common. Unfortunately ovarian cancers do not cause specific symptoms, at least not in early stages.

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