What Are the Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer?
Ovarian cancer often causes vague symptoms. When a doctor diagnoses ovarian cancer, the cancer may have already spread outside the ovaries. Then it’s harder to treat. These are the symptoms that occur when they do develop.
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Indigestion, heartburn, nausea, or gas
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Abdominal (belly) swelling or discomfort
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Pelvic pain or cramping
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Bloating or a sense of fullness, even after eating small meals
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Backache
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Painful, frequent, or burning urination with no infection
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Diarrhea or constipation
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Fatigue (extreme tiredness)
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Loss of appetite or unintentional weight loss or gain
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Shortness of breath
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Vaginal bleeding (rare) or irregular periods
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Pain during intercourse
These symptoms may be caused by ovarian cancer or by other less serious conditions. It’s important to check with a doctor to be sure.
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