Ovarian cancer is also called the silent killer’ because it doesn’t show many early signs. By the time it is found it is usually too late and unable to treat.  Today it is one of the biggest killer form of cancer.

When ovarian cancer does show signs they are usually subtle and can be easily be mistaken for something else.  That is why we have written six of the more common early symptoms you should look for.  If you find that you experience any of these symptoms you should go to your doctor to get checked.  

Pelvic pain

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If you feel a pain in the pelvic region it could be an indicator that something more serious is going on.  If you find that the pain s reoccurring, persists, or becomes very intense at times, it should be checked out.

Pelvic pain could be a sign of a cyst in the stomach or the ovaries, but leave it to the doctor to give a diagnosis after a thorough medical check. Some cysts are benign and would not turn into cancer, but if the cyst turns out to be cancerous, it is easier to treat when caught early.

Stomach bloating

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Bloating of stomach is a common thing for many people. Most times it is just water retention, indigestion, or a digestion problem. Lactose intolerance also causes the stomach to bloat as gases form due to body’s inability to break lactose.

If the bloating remains for more than 3 weeks even after trying the usual remedies, you should take further tests like an MRI or a CT scan to make sure that it is not a case of ovarian cysts bloating the stomach, because a malignant ovarian cyst may be a sign of ovarian cancer.

Incessant peeing

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Feeling a constant feeling that you need to urinate or having to pee numerous times in a day could be a sign of ovarian cancer. If you feel pain during urination or have to apply pressure to force the urine out, this may be signs of ovarian cancer as well. You should visit a doctor to get a urinalysis to get to the root cause of the problem.

Weakness and fatigue

Fatigue is often overlooked as just needing more sleep and most times that is the cause, but if a good night’s sleep is not fixing the problem and you constantly find yourself wailing out of the bed to go to work, this could be an indicator of something more serious.  If you find yourself tired even when you haven’t done much of work during the day, it may be fatigue that is related to cancer. A visit to a doctor will clear all the doubts.

Painful and abnormal menstruation

Having periods is a monthly ritual women go through. It is a tough time for woman involving lots of blood discharge and mood swings. If you find that you are having more than normal amounts of bleeding during periods and if you feel extreme pain during your periods, it may be a sign to worry.

If you have undergone menopause, you should consult a doctor if you have any kind of bleeding from the vaginal area. If you are experiencing heavy bleeding during periods, bleeding in between periods, or even bleeding during sexual intercourse this is something that needs to be talked about with a medical professional.

Pain during intimate moments

Sexual intercourse should be pleasurable activity for both partners, but if the activity turns painful instead of pleasure, it is a sign of danger for women. If you feel pain in pelvis during or after the act is done, you should seek immediate medical help.