A 35-year-old member asked:
how long can ovarian cancer go undetected?
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Dr. Hung Khong answered
Medical Oncology 27 years experience
Many years: Ovarian cancer can go undetected for many years. Many people don't have any symptoms or only vague symptoms such as bloating or mild abdominal discomfort. When patients have more significant symptoms, the cancer is usually found at an advanced stage.
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A 40-year-old member asked:
What are the causes of ovarian cancer and is it very treatable?
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Dr. Melissa Moffitt answered
Gynecologic Oncology 17 years experience
Unknown: We aren't sure exactly what the cause of ovarian cancer is yet. Most ovarian cancer is diagnosed at a late stage and is treatable with a combination of surgery and chemotherapy. Although treatable, advanced ovarian cancer is rarely curable.
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Dr. Andrew Turrisi commented
Radiation Oncology 47 years experience
One cause is the genetic BRCA gene family
Jun 2, 2013
Dr. Carlos Encarnacion commented
Medical Oncology 35 years experience
Very true. Having ovarian cancer at any age is a reason to do BRCA testing as part of a genetic risk assessment program.
Jun 2, 2013
Dr. Melissa Moffitt commented
Gynecologic Oncology 17 years experience
Provided original answer
Yes, however BRCA 1&2 account for only 10-15% of ovarian cancer cases.
Jun 3, 2013
A 40-year-old male asked:
What are the chances of recovering from secondary ovarian cancer?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Sewa Legha answered
Medical Oncology 50 years experience
This is not a right: Secondary ovarian cancer is not a correct term to describe your cancer. I assume you are saying that it has recurred? In that case there are several drugs and treatments which are commonly used with significant extension of life and occasional cures(possible) but typically it is uncommon to cure ovarian cancer, second time around after failing first line of chemotherapy. Seek an expert opinion for.
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A 48-year-old member asked:
Is it possible that a 15years old have a ovarian cancer?
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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered
Pathology 49 years experience
Possible: It is possible but not a likely eventuality. You may consult this site for info: https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/ovarian/index.htm
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A 35-year-old member asked:
Why is it that you get the symptoms you do with ovarian cancer?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Liawaty Ho answered
Hematology and Oncology 23 years experience
Ovarian ca: When one is symptomatic due to ovarian cancer- that means the cancer at least already in stage 3 or 4. That means, the cancer has gone outside from the ovary and goes to the peritoneum, mesentery, lymph nodes, or other organs- that is the reason why you have symptoms. If it is in a very early stage- usually it is asymptomatic.
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A male asked:
Hai Doctor Is ovarian cancer curable at 3rd stage
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Visalakshi Vallury answered
Family Medicine 24 years experience
Varies: According to the American Cancer Society, 5 year survival rate for ovarian cancer varies depending on the type of cancer. The rates can very from 39% to 87%. So, the best person to answer this question would be the treating oncologist.
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