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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Treatment & Support
Support resources
A diagnosis of ovarian cancer usually leaves you, your family and friends with many unanswered questions.
Ovarian Cancer Australia has a range of support resources to empower you with the information you need, answer many of your questions, and provide you with links to other sources of information and to a wider support community.
Our support options include:
Resilience kit - a free resource for women who have been diagnosed with ovarian cancer.
Women with ovarian cancer brochure - a brochure for women with ovarian cancer outlining all of our support options.
DVD - information from health professionals about diagnosis, treatment and support.
Family & friends booklet - a booklet specifically for carers, family and friends that provides practical tips and suggestions to help them cope.
Links to support organisations - links to a range of organisations around Australia that offer additional information and support options related to ovarian cancer.
Books - a list of books on the topic of ovarian cancer and coping with cancer.
Information sheets - a range of fact sheets on topics including early menopause, chemotherapy, complementary therapies.
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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