OVARIAN CANCER AUSTRALIA. February is national Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, an initiative of Ovarian Cancer Australia to raise awareness of ovarian cancer and its symptoms.
The four most frequently reported symptoms from women diagnosed with ovarian cancer are:
If women experience these symptoms continuously for more than two weeks, we recommend you conduct a CA125 blood test and a trans-vaginal ultrasound. If you suspect a woman has ovarian cancer please refer her to a gynaecological oncologist.
When women undergo their Pap test, we suggest you tell them about the symptoms of ovarian cancer and ask them if they have experienced any.
To raise awareness of the symptoms of ovarian cancer amongst your clients and staff please order our Symptom Diary (A4 sheet), and display our awareness brochures and posters in your waiting room. If any of your clients has ovarian cancer please refer them to Ovarian Cancer Australia for a range of information and support options.
Contact Ovarian Cancer Australia on 1300 660 334 or visit www.ovariancancer.net.au.
