How did you discover that you had ovarian cancer?
69% of our In America Survey respondents said they discovered that they had ovarian cancer from screening after symptoms and 18% said they discovered it unintentionally. How did you discover you had ovarian cancer?
Had slight post- menopausal bleeding which caused my PC to order TVUS which led to a gyno doing labs( ca125) , which led to surgery with a gyno- oncologist.
, it's wonderful that your doctor was attentive! How are you doing today? - Warmly, Donna (Team Member)
Diagnosed at annual exam.
Diagnosed at my yearly gynocological exam. No recognized symptoms.
, did that help you get a jump on treatment? How are you today? - Warmly, Donna (Team Member)
I had sharp pains in my lower left abdomen. I was urinating, (or had the urge to) all the time. I was out of breath constantly and had lost my appetite. My PCP sent me for bloodwork and an ultrasound that led to an MRI. Then I was referred to Oncology and I had surgery 2 days later. I was put into surgical menopause with a complete open exploratory hysterectomy and washing. I was cut from sternum to pelvic bone and everything was removed, as well as oomentum, both tubes, both ovaries, uterus, and many lymph nodes.
, oh goodness, that's a lot! I'm glad they got to you quickly. How are you doing today? - Warmly, Donna (Team Member)
