It is a common problem in the general population, and for most people it isn't a sign of cancer. Many women have cysts on their ovaries. These are fluid filled sacks. They are not usually cancerous.

A new study has predicted that ovarian cancer diagnoses are set to rise worldwide by nearly 55% in the next two decades, so it’s time to get familiar with the early signs and symptoms.

Ovarian cancer has a reputation as a silent killer — a disease that grows imperceptibly, showing few symptoms until it reaches an advanced and deadly stage. But Dr. Julian Schink says that ...

But it can happen in younger women, too. In its early stages, ovarian cancer may not cause symptoms you would notice. Even as it advances, the signs can be unclear. You can have ovarian cancer but ...

Dr Hilary says women are often too busy to go to the doctor and ignore symptoms of ovarian cancer To mark Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, Dr Hilary gives advice on how to spot early symptoms of ...

Ovarian cancer is a type of cancer that originates in the ovaries, which are part of the reproductive system. Because there are few signs and symptoms associated with this type of cancer ...

A new survey shows that less than two in 10 women say they would book an urgent GP appointment if they were experiencing persistent bloating, which is a key symptom of ovarian cancer. Women’s ...

There are many types of ovarian cysts. The most common is the functional cyst, which forms as a result of ovulation (when the ovary releases an egg). Functional cysts typically do not cause symptoms ...