What are the early symptoms of ovarian cancer?

       ovarian cancer It is often diagnosed at an advanced stage. Since the 5-year survival rate of early-stage ovarian cancer patients is 70% to 90%, while the 5-year survival rate of late-stage ovarian cancer patients is only 20% to 30%, early diagnosis is of great significance.

　　Patients with malignant tumors experience symptoms 20 to 30 times per month, while patients with benign tumors or women in the control group only experience symptoms 2 to 3 times per month, usually during the perimenstrual period. Symptoms in patients with malignant tumors are more severe, often at the beginning of the disease. Additionally, symptom combination was important, with 43% cancer Patients had abdominal distension, abdominal circumference enlargement, and urinary symptoms at the same time, while only 8% of the control group had a combination of these symptoms.

　　The study suggests that the frequency and severity of the following symptoms may provide clues to the diagnosis of ovarian cancer: abdominal bloating, back pain, distended pain Or discomfort, abdominal circumference increase, constipate , fatigue, frequent or urgent urination, inability to eat normally, and unexplained weight loss.

　　Because ovarian cancer is relatively rare, many primary care physicians may not think of ovarian cancer in a patient who complains of bloating and constipation. Experts remind that if a woman has this set of symptoms, doctors should think of the possibility of ovarian cancer and conduct further examinations such as ultrasound or CT. Women should also understand their bodies and seek medical advice if they experience these symptoms. Hospital See a doctor and help the doctor find out the cause.