Ovarian cancer treatment in India is done by expert Gynecological oncologists. However, these specialist doctors are not available at all the cancer centers at present. Only selected and big cancer centers in India have these specialists.

What is ovarian cancer ?

Women have two ovaries, one on each side of the uterus. The ovaries, each about the size of an almond, produce eggs (ova) as well as the female sex hormones estrogen and progesterone. Cancer inside the ovary is termed as ovarian cancer. There are three types of ovarian cancer ;

1. Epithelial type
2. Germ cell type
3. Stromal type

Characteristics of ovarian cancer

• Ovarian cancer is the third most common cancer amongst women.
• It usually occurs in women aged 50 Years or above.
• This form of cancer is often called as the “silent killer” because the symptoms manifest at a late stage of the disease.
• Since the ovaries are located deep inside the abdomen, they are not easily accessible for examination.

Causes of ovarian cancer

The exact cause of the disease is still under investigation. However, studies show these women are at higher risk who :

• Have no children
• Have had breast or colon cancer
• Use fertility drugs regularly
• Are on or have undergone hormone replacement therapy
• Ageing (Women more than 50 yrs of age have greater chances of catching ovarian cancer)
• Family history
• Early onset of periods
• Late menopause
• Infertility
• 1st child after 30
• Using estrogen

Signs and Symptoms of ovarian cancer

The symptoms of ovarian cancer are often not recognized early in the disease. They may also be so vague in the earlier stages that they can easily be ignored. Some of the common symptoms are :

• Abdominal bloating – Stomach ache and abdominal discomfort accompanied by a feeling of belatedness or fullness of the stomach.
• Frequent & urgent urination
• Back pain
• Abnormal vaginal bleeding
• Pelvic pain
• Constipation
• Menstrual irregularities
• Fatigue
• Indigestion
• Pain during sexual intercourse
• Sudden weight gain or weight loss without any apparent reason
• Loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, constipation, and frequent urination in some cases.

Diagnosis of ovarian cancer

• Pelvic examination conducted by a gynecologist may detect ovarian cancer.
• Biopsy
• Physical examination of lump and vagina
• Blood test
• Ultra sound
• PET CT Scan
• CT Scan
• Colonoscopy

Treatment of ovarian cancer

• Staging
• Surgery
• Chemotherapy
• Radiotherapy

Costs of ovarian cancer treatment in India

Cost of ovarian cancer treatment in India starts from 1.2 Lacs ($1599 USD) and goes upto 8 Lacs ($12,000 USD) in a good hospital in India. Cost varies as per hospital chosen & stage of the disease.

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