World Ovarian Cancer Day 2025: ‘World Ovarian Cancer Day’ is celebrated on 8 May every year across the country. Its purpose is to spread awareness among women about ovarian cancer. According to the doctor, ovarian cancer is third most common cancer among Indian women, which is very serious. If you talk about seriousness, then the first of women, the first breast cancer, second cervical cancer and third ovarian or ovary cancer. 20% of cases are genetic in cases of ovary cancer. The first relationship factor of this disease increases age and second hormonal change.
If a woman shows the initial symptoms of this disease, then the advice of experts is necessary. Now the question is, what is ovarian cancer? How to identify the early symptoms of ovary cancer? How to protect against ovarian cancer? About this News18 Telling to CHC Bhangel of Noida Senior Medical Officer and Gynecologist (Surgeon) Dr. Meera Pathak-
What is ovarian cancer?
Doctor Pathak says that ovarian cancer is cancer in ovary. The side of the uterus contains ovary i.e. ovary, it contains eggs produce. Cancer in this ovary is called ovarian cancer. There are many types of this and different ovarian cancer can occur at different age. It is more in women between the ages of 50 and 60. If it is treated by identifying the early symptoms of ovarian cancer, it can be cured.
Dr. Meera Pathak giving information on ‘World Ovarian Cancer Day’.
When the risk of becoming ovarian cancer increases
According to experts, ovary cancer is seen more in those girls whose periods start before 13 years. Or in women whose periods are not closed even after the age of 50 years. The disease was also seen in some women whose first child is after the age of 30 years. This problem is also more in women with history or re-curator abortion history. Apart from this, smoking or obese women can also come under its JD.
Early symptoms of ovary cancer
abdominal discomfort: According to the doctor, stomach swelling, feeling full of stomach, which causes a lot of discomfort in the day. At the same time, it is a normal thing to be bloated. However, swelling around the menstrual cycle and its maintenance for several weeks are a major sign of ovarian cancer.
Pelvis pain: According to a report published in the medical ceremony, the initial symptoms of ovarian cancer are pain in the pelvis. If there is a persistent pelvis pain and pressure in women, then they should contact the doctor immediately.
Continuous constipation: If you have been suffering from constipation problem for several days, then it can also be a sign of ovarian cancer. If you understand any kind of change in your stomach, whether it is internal or external or continuous blotting problem in your stomach, then you should contact a doctor.
Sudden weight event: Losing weight is a symptom of any cancer. In cancer, people often lose weight. If your weight also starts decreasing suddenly, then it can also be a symptom of ovarian cancer.
Bladder changes: If you suddenly have some problems in the toilet for several days. Such as frequent urination, feeling pain while urinating, burning sensation. Of course you find it modest, but it can also be a symptom of ovarian cancer.
Difficulty in eating: If you are suffering from ovarian cancer, then you will not feel hungry. Although it is a common symptom in appearance, it is a major sign of ovarian cancer. In such a situation, the advice of a doctor is necessary.
Fatigue all the time: Many women always feel tired. In such a situation, they must investigate. Because, ovary cancer is also a major cause of fatigue at all times.
Other symptoms of ovulation: In ovarian cancer women have also been seen to have unwanted hair on the face after an age or the voice being heavy or thick. If this is the case with you, see a doctor.
