Ovarian Cancer is sometimes misdiagnosed as Appendiceal Neoplasm

It has been reported that some patients have been misdiagnosed with Appendiceal Neoplasm, when in fact the correct diagnosis in their specific case was Ovarian Cancer.

The first line of treatment in ovarian cancer is surgery. The organs removed in the surgery depends on how far the cancer has spread by it generally involves the whole reproductive system. Chemotherapy may be indicated after surgery to eliminate the cancer cells that may still be present after surgery. Diagnosis is usually via an initial physical exam followed by imaging tests (transvaginal ultrasound and CT scan) as well as a blood test to look for specific proteins linked to ovarian cancer cells.

Always consult your doctor or health professional, and do not self diagnose.

Symptoms can include:

Discomfort in the pelvic area, fatigue, back pain, a frequent need to urinate, abdominal bloating or swelling, quickly feeling full when eating, weight loss, changes in bowel habits such as constipation

Symptoms are a guideline only and may apply to either the diagnosis or the reported misdiagnosis, or both. Consult your specialist for further information.

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