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Symptoms

About the ovaries

About the ovaries

Find out more about what the ovaries do and general ovarian health. Read more

Published: 8th January, 2009

Updated: 21st June, 2023

Author: Alice Keane

The symptoms of ovarian cancer

The symptoms of ovarian cancer

Information about the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer and discussing these with your GP. Read more

Published: 30th July, 2009

Updated: 3rd July, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

Symptom Diary

Symptom Diary

Our B.E.A.T. symptom diary will help record your symptoms so that you can discuss how you are feeling with your GP. Read more

Published: 1st January, 2010

Updated: 2nd February, 2024

Author:

B.E.A.T. symptom awareness

B.E.A.T. symptom awareness

Could you help more people to learn the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer? Read more

Published: 2nd January, 2010

Updated: 6th March, 2025

Author: Alice Keane

Ovarian cancer risk factors

Ovarian cancer risk factors

The causes of ovarian cancer are largely unknown. There are however some factors than can put people at higher risk. Read more

Published: 2nd November, 2018

Updated: 20th October, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

What are ovarian cysts?

What are ovarian cysts?

Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs which develop in the ovaries and are very common before the menopause. Read more

Published: 1st March, 2019

Updated: 12th May, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

Ovarian cancer information for transgender, intersex and non-binary people

Ovarian cancer information for transgender, intersex and non-binary people

If you were born with ovaries, then it’s important to be aware of your risk of ovarian cancer. This information is for transgender men, non-binary people, and intersex people. Read more

Published: 1st June, 2021

Updated: 11th March, 2025

Author: Alice Keane

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