I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in June 2009 in my early 40s after my GP initially thought I had early menopause. I insisted it was something more and an ultrasound revealed a massive cyst on...
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Resilience - a free guide and personal record for women diagnosed with ovarian cancer.
"I was shocked and scared when I found out I had ovarian cancer. Everything in my life instantly changed, but this guide helped me put some order and structure back in my life" - Carmel
Order hereOvarian Cancer Australia Support Group
Calling all women interested in attending an ovarian cancer support group in the Adelaide CBD to register their interest. Please call 1300 660 334 or email support@ovariancancer.net.au.
Royal Adelaide Hospital Ovarian Cancer Support Group
When: Every last Tuesday of the month, 1:30pm
Where: Royal Adelaide Hospital, Women’s Health Centre, The Seminar Room.
Contact: Georgina Ritcher, Phone Pager: 22837, Office 08 8222 4506, Georgina.Richter@health.sa.gov.au
Flinders Centre for Gynaecologic Cancer
When: Tuesday 8th Nov, 6-8pm
Where: Flinders Medical Centre, Ward 4B Seminar Room
Contact: Helen Gray 08 8240 5511 or email Helen.gray@health.sa.gov.au or click here for more info.
Personal Stories
Elizabeth
Carmel
In March 2010, my husband Mark and I set off on a trip to Italy, France and England to re-trace a trip of 30 years earlier. It was a prize in a raffle. I felt very well when we left except...
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Julie
I was only 34 when I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer on Christmas Eve 1998. I had cancer stage 2c, and I understand there was a 65% chance I might die within 5 years. I’m still here...
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Liz
It all began with a constant niggling pain in my right groin area. In December 2006 I went to...
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Symptoms
Every woman needs to know the symptoms of ovarian cancer. Make sure you do.
The four most common symptoms of ovarian cancer include:
- Abdominal or pelvic pain.
- Increased abdominal size or persistent abdominal bloating.
- Needing to urinate often or urgently.
- Difficulty eating or feeling full quickly.
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If you are worried about symptoms or would like information about our support services, please call 1300 660 334 or email us.
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