Cancer FAQs See All  Ovarian Cancer: Overview in Cancer FAQs Ovarian cancer is cancer that starts in cell in your ovaries or at the end of the fallopian tubes next to an ovary. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. ...more

Genetics of Ovarian Cancer See All  Basal Cell Nevus Syndrome (Gorlin Syndrome) in Genetics of Ovarian Cancer The risk for ovarian cancer and skin cancer is increased with basal cell nevus syndrome, a rare genetic disorder. ...more  Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome in Genetics of Ovarian Cancer People with this syndrome have dark moles around the mouth, nose, and eyes, as well as multiple polyps in the intestines. ...more

Chemotherapy Side Effects See All  Anemia and Chemotherapy in Chemotherapy Side Effects Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast. ...more  Hair Loss and Chemotherapy in Chemotherapy Side Effects People often choose to wear wigs, scarves, or hats while or after losing their hair.

Other Treatment Side Effects See All  Radiation Therapy and Cancer Treatment in Other Treatment Side Effects Detailed information on radiation therapy, one type of cancer treatment....more  Managing Cancer-Related Fatigue in Other Treatment Side Effects Fatigue can come and go or stay constant for a while. Fatigue from chemotherapy tends to happen a few days after the treatment, peaks, and then gets better before the next treatment. Fatigue from radiation may not happen right away. ...more

Managing Side Effects See All Chemotherapy Side Effects See All Other Treatment Side Effects See All  General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment in Managing Side Effects You may have difficulty eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. To improve your appetite, don't drink beverages with your meals. ...more  Ovarian Cancer: Treatment Questions in Managing Side Effects Talking with healthcare providers about cancer can be overwhelming. It can be hard to take in all of the information.

Overview See All  Anatomy of Female Pelvic Area in Overview The female pelvic area contains a number of organs and structures: the endometrium, uterus, ovaries, cervix, vagina, and vulva. ...more  Ovarian Cancer: Introduction in Overview Learn the basics of ovarian cancer....more  Ovarian Cancer: Risk Factors in Overview A risk factor is anything that may increase your chance of having a disease. Learn about the risk factors for ovarian cancer.

Understanding Your Diagnosis See All  Ovarian Cancer: Diagnosis in Understanding Your Diagnosis If your healthcare provider thinks you might have ovarian cancer, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure. Learn about these tests. ...more  Pelvic Ultrasound in Understanding Your Diagnosis A pelvic ultrasound is a scan that looks at the organs and structures in your pelvic area. Ultrasound uses a device called a transducer to send out sound waves that are too high to be heard.

Chemotherapy See All  Pancreatic Cancer: Chemotherapy in Chemotherapy Chemotherapy (chemo) uses medicines that kill cancer cells. Learn what happens during chemo for pancreatic cancer. ...more

Other Treatments See All  Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Other Treatments Complementary medicine is used along with other therapies. It often serves to relieve symptoms and improve quality of life. Alternative medicine is used alone, without standard treatment. ...more  Pancreatic Cancer: Surgery in Other Treatments Surgery can sometimes be used to treat pancreatic cancer. Learn about the different types of operations. ...more

Radiation See All  Pancreatic Cancer: Radiation Therapy in Radiation Radiation therapy uses high-energy radiation from X-rays or particles to kill cancer cells. Learn how the treatment is used for pancreatic cancer. ...more