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Yes, ovarian cancer is sometimes referred to as ovarian carcinoma, which specifically denotes cancer that originates in the ovarian tissue. It can also be classified based on the type of cells involved, such as epithelial, germ cell, or stromal tumors, but "ovarian cancer" is the most commonly used term.
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What is another name for ovarian sac?
Ovary
Is hpv related to ovarian cancer?
There is no evidence that HPV causes ovarian cancer.
When was Clinical Ovarian Cancer created?
Clinical Ovarian Cancer was created in 2008.
What is another name for the ovarian sac?
The ovarian sac is also known as the follicle.
When was Wisconsin Ovarian Cancer Alliance created?
Wisconsin Ovarian Cancer Alliance was created in 2001.
Is pap normal with ovarian cancer?
A pap smear will not detect ovarian cancer. Ovarian cancer won't affect whether a pap smear is normal or abnormal -- it could be either one.
What supplement can eat to cure ovarian cancer?
None. You cannot treat ovarian cancer with diet supplements.
Is ovarian cancer common?
Overall, ovarian cancer accounts for only 4% of all cancers in women
What is another name for ovarian follicle?
wax up
Why does ovarian cancer have a poor prognosis?
Ovarian cancer does not produce specific symptoms that would clue doctors to this diagnosis. Most common symptoms include malaise, weakness, bloating, vague abdominal discomfort. There are no good blood markers that can diagnose ovarian cancer. Therefore, it is difficult to screen for ovarian cancer. By the time symptoms develop, quite often ovarian cancer can already be spread and metastasized.
Who discovered ovarian cancer?
the history is not when it started, the history is what it is and it is cancer of the ovaries.
Where can I find information about ovarian cancer online?
There are quite a few websites regarding ovarian cancer. Here are just a few: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0001891/ & http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/ovarian-cancer/DS00293
