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How likely is it that the ovarian cancer is being missed?



I have been to doctors 3-4 times for bloating, sweating profusely, irregular periods, nausea(frequently), pain with intercourse, extremely tired, constipation, dizzy(off and on) and I have had an ovarian cyst 13 years ago. My "gut feeling" is that something is really wrong and getting worse FAST!! Im tired of hearing it is just stress!!! I know something is all out of sorts, there is no way I walk around feeling like this ALL day, pain , discomfort all day without soemthing being wrong, your take on this please.

If you feel like something is wrong, then you need to trust your instincts. Don't let a doctor tell you nothing is wrong when you feel otherwise!
Here's a website on ovarian cancer: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/ovarian...

The early warning symptoms of ovarian cancer are:
* Abdominal pressure, fullness, swelling or bloating
* Urinary urgency
* Pelvic discomfort or pain

Additional signs and symptoms that women with ovarian cancer may experience include:

* Persistent indigestion, gas or nausea
* Unexplained changes in bowel habits, including diarrhea or constipation
* Changes in bladder habits, including a frequent need to urinate
* Loss of appetite
* Unexplained weight loss or gain
* Increased abdominal girth or clothes fitting tighter around your waist
* Pain during intercourse (dyspareunia)
* A persistent lack of energy
* Low back pain

The diagnostic tests for ovarian cancer can include a pelvic exam, ultrasound, and CA 125 blood test.

If I were you, I would find a doctor that specializes in hard to treat cases (try a well known teaching hospital or clinic - my mom is having really good luck with UCLA for her yet-undiagnosed respiratory problem).

Hope this helps, and good luck!
that's always a chance...try a different doctor. dont tell them you have seen someone else and try to get a straight answer out of them.
you could have a scan done at your own cost.
Holy **** I am going through the exact same thing!!!! I recently missed my period for 3 months, I had a large cyst which caused it, I have nausea contsantly, I have fainted twice since July, bloating, and cramping. My doctor tells me over and over again nothing is wrong! Well this can't be normal. I keep thinking I am pregnant and not, I am scared I will not be able to have children! My doctor has told me it is mostly anxiety. Well my grandmother, 3 cousins died of ovarian cancer. Now my aunt on the same side of the family has it! So I am freaked out. But of course to be tested it is going to cost me a arm and a leg! My insurance covers some things but not all! Let me know what you find out!
YOU CAN ALWAYS REQUEST THE PHYSICIAN DO A BLOOD TEST CALLED A "CA125". THIS WILL TELL RIGHT AWAY IF THERE IS ANY CANCER IN THE OVARIES OR UTERUS. MOST INSURANCES WILL PAY FOR THE TEST AND IF NOT THE COST IS APPROX. $125, IN FLORIDA
HAD IT DONE.
I had cancer and my symptoms were nothing like yours, I had pain and bleeding, my periods lasted anywhere from 2 wks to 6 wks each time. started out spotting all month long. You can have the C125 blood test that will tell right away if cells are present. Ultrasound can also detect tumors. You have to beleive in your doctor if you dont find another doctor. Dont hesitate to get a second opinion.
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