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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

Preparing for remote appointments

Preparing for remote appointments

Information on how to prepare for remote appointments for those diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Read more

Published: 31st May, 2015

Updated: 29th June, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

Surgery for ovarian cancer

Surgery for ovarian cancer

This booklet describes how ovarian cancer is treated using surgery and the different operations carried out to remove the cancer. Read more

Published: 1st June, 2015

Updated: 4th March, 2025

Author: Alice Keane

Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy

Information about the chemotherapy drugs commonly used to treat those who have ovarian cancer. Read more

Published: 3rd June, 2015

Updated: 29th June, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

Targeted therapies

Targeted therapies

Information about targeted therapies that can be used to treat ovarian cancer, including how they are used, their risks and benefits and how to access them. Read more

Published: 4th June, 2015

Updated: 24th March, 2025

Author: Alice Keane

Clinical trials

Clinical trials

Information about how clinical trials are conducted and about taking part in trials that test new treatments for ovarian cancer. Read more

Published: 5th June, 2015

Updated: 29th June, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

Treatments for relapsed ovarian cancer

Treatments for relapsed ovarian cancer

Information for those whose ovarian cancer has come back after initial treatment. It describes what further treatments may be available and how to get a second opinion. Read more

Published: 7th June, 2015

Updated: 21st November, 2023

Author: Alice Keane

Secondary surgery for recurrent ovarian cancer

Secondary surgery for recurrent ovarian cancer

Information for people whose ovarian cancer has recurred and who want to find out more about secondary debulking surgery. Read more

Published: 8th June, 2015

Updated: 24th March, 2025

Author: Alice Keane

Diet for a blocked bowel

Diet for a blocked bowel

Information for those who want information about how to manage a blocked bowel. Read more

Published: 9th January, 2016

Updated: 30th June, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

Managing fatigue

Managing fatigue

Fatigue is common in people with cancer. It may be a symptom of your ovarian cancer, or it can be a side effect of your treatment. Read more

Published: 1st January, 2017

Updated: 24th March, 2025

Author: Alice Keane

Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy

Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy

Peripheral neuropathy is nerve damage which can be caused by chemotherapy used to treat ovarian cancer. It can cause numbness and pain and other sensations in your hands and feet. Read more

Published: 1st February, 2017

Updated: 30th June, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

Ovarian cancer and your sex life

Ovarian cancer and your sex life

Information about how ovarian cancer and its treatment may affect your sexuality and what you can do to cope and live with this. Read more

Published: 1st July, 2017

Updated: 28th June, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

Coping with anxiety

Coping with anxiety

It is common to experience some anxiety if you are coping with an ovarian cancer diagnosis. Read more

Published: 1st August, 2017

Updated: 30th June, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

Getting the support you need

Getting the support you need

Never be afraid to ask for help; there are a number of services and groups available to provide support and comfort to those affected by ovarian cancer. Read more

Published: 1st September, 2017

Updated: 22nd January, 2025

Author: Alice Keane

Ovarian cancer support group handbook

Ovarian cancer support group handbook

This is a guide for anyone looking to set up an ovarian cancer support group. Read more

Published: 1st October, 2017

Updated: 15th November, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

Talking to your family and friends

Talking to your family and friends

If you have been diagnosed with ovarian cancer and have close friends and family, they will often want to help and support you. It is important to know that everyone will react differently to the news. Read more

Published: 1st November, 2017

Updated: 30th July, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

Complementary therapies

Complementary therapies

Complementary therapies are used alongside medical treatment for ovarian cancer. Read more

Published: 1st January, 2018

Updated: 29th June, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

Tests for ovarian cancer

Tests for ovarian cancer

Information about the tests and investigations used to diagnose ovarian cancer. Read more

Published: 30th October, 2018

Updated: 28th October, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

Is there screening for ovarian cancer?

Is there screening for ovarian cancer?

Information for those who want to know what ovarian cancer screening is available, how effective it is and what research is being carried out. Read more

Published: 31st October, 2018

Updated: 29th June, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

About ovarian cancer

About ovarian cancer

Information about the different types of ovarian cancer, how it is diagnosed and treated. Read more

Published: 1st November, 2018

Updated: 4th July, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

The stages of ovarian cancer

The stages of ovarian cancer

Information about how ovarian cancer is classified into four stages when diagnosed, and what treatment can be offered for each stage. Read more

Published: 3rd November, 2018

Updated: 3rd July, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

Stage 1 ovarian cancer

Stage 1 ovarian cancer

Information for those who have been diagnosed with stage 1 ovarian cancer and want to know more about their cancer and how it is treated. Read more

Published: 4th November, 2018

Updated: 24th March, 2025

Author: Alice Keane

Stage 2 ovarian cancer

Stage 2 ovarian cancer

Information for those who have been diagnosed with stage 2 ovarian cancer and want to know more about their cancer and how it is treated. Read more

Published: 6th November, 2018

Updated: 24th March, 2025

Author: Alice Keane

Stage 3 ovarian cancer

Stage 3 ovarian cancer

Information for those who have been diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer and want to know more about their cancer and how it is treated. Read more

Published: 7th November, 2018

Updated: 24th March, 2025

Author: Alice Keane

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