Inguinal or abdominal pain
As the tumor in the ovary grows, it causes inguinal or abdominal pain and the pain persists for weeks. If you have persistent pain in these areas, you should see a doctor.
Pain during intercourse
Pain during intercourse, also known as dyspareunia, is one of the first signs of ovarian cancer. Even vaginal bleeding can be observed after intercourse.
Also, it may be a sign of cervical cancer or a sexually transmitted disease. The risk is higher among the women who are in the post-menopausal period.
Distended abdomen
Discomfort in the lower part of the abdomen can be related to a problem in your ovaries. Distention, expansion, gas, indigestion, heartburn and nausea are commonly seen symptoms.
Urinary incontinence
If the frequency of your urination has changed, if you are experiencing urinary incontinence or if you see blood in your urine, you may have ovarian cancer. These symptoms may be observed due to the pressure that tumor in the ovary applies.
Loss of appetite
Symptoms like suddenly started loss of appetite, feeling full after a few bites are not good. They may be a sign of various diseases including ovarian cancer.
As the tumor in the ovary grows, it slows down the digestion and leaves less space for food.
Vaginal changes
If you started to experience problems like vaginal bleeding, burn, wound, color changes, thick and smelly discharge, and especially if you are in the postmenopausal period, you are under a great risk.
Lower back pain
Women who have ovarian cancer commonly experiences lower back pain that diffuses towards the groins. As the tumor grows, the pain increases and prevents you from doing your routine.
Shortness of breath
As the cancer spreads, it causes a viscous fluid to form in the abdomen. This fluid puts pressure on many organs, including the diaphragm. Shortness of breath, having difficulty breathing and chest pain are the consequences of this situation.
Bowel problems
If you suddenly started to experience constipation or diarrhea, this may be due to the pressure on the stomach, bowel and bladder by the spreading cancer.
Constant weakness
Constantly feeling weak and sleepy may be a sign of various diseases, including ovarian cancer. The cancer causes the depletion of healthy red blood cells, which in turn causes anemia and weakness.
If you still feel tired after getting enough sleep and rest, you may be under risk.