Symptoms and Complications
Ovarian cancer often goes undiagnosed until it reaches an advanced stage, primarily because symptoms are not common in the early stages and when they do occur, the symptoms may be general and non-specific.
Symptoms of ovarian cancer can include:
- pelvic pain
- bloating or increase in abdominal size
- gas
- abdominal discomfort
- fatigue
- abnormal vaginal bleeding
- backache
- loss of appetite
- weight loss or gain
- frequent urination
- changes in bowel movements (e.g., constipation)
- pain during sexual intercourse
- feeling full earlier than normal after eating
- upset stomach
- indigestion
These symptoms appear commonly and may be normal or can be associated with a variety of other conditions, but if they persist, talk to your doctor.