Ovarian Cancer: 5 Symptoms Women Should Never Ignore
New Delhi: February 19, 2026
Ovarian cancer often goes undetected early because symptoms mimic everyday issues. Timely recognition enables effective treatment and survival.
Consult doctor if these persist >12 times/month:
Persistent Bloating: Constant abdominal swelling/fullness.
Rapid Weight Loss: Unexplained drop without diet/exercise.
Pelvic/Lower Back Pain: Ongoing discomfort between hips or lower back.
Urinary Changes: Frequent/urgent need to urinate.
Bowel Habit Shifts: Constipation, diarrhea, or early fullness after eating.
Epithelial: Most common, from outer ovary layer.
Germ Cell: Affects younger women.
Stromal Tumors: Hormone-producing cells; often caught early.
Age >50.
Family history.
Obesity.
No pregnancies or endometriosis.
Expert Tip: Ultrasound/CA-125 blood test if symptoms linger. Early detection saves lives.