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- Ovarian cancer - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Ovarian cancer is a growth of cells that forms in the ovaries The cells multiply quickly and can invade and destroy healthy body tissue The female reproductive system contains two ovaries, one on each side of the uterus The ovaries — each about the size of an almond — produce eggs (ova) as well as the hormones estrogen and progesterone
- Ovarian cysts - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Many women have ovarian cysts at some time Most are harmless, but some can cause serious symptoms Know what symptoms to watch for
- Ovarian cancer - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
If your primary care doctor suspects that you have ovarian cancer, you may be referred to a specialist in female reproductive cancers (gynecological oncologist) A gynecological oncologist is an obstetrician-gynecologist (OB-GYN) who has additional training in the diagnosis and treatment of ovarian cancer and other gynecological cancers
- Ovarian cysts - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
Diagnosis A cyst on your ovary can be found during a pelvic exam or on an imaging test, such as a pelvic ultrasound Depending on the size of the cyst and whether it's filled with fluid or solid, your health care provider likely will recommend tests to determine its type and whether you need treatment
- In vitro fertilization (IVF) - Mayo Clinic
In vitro fertilization, also called IVF, is a complex series of procedures that can lead to a pregnancy It's a treatment for infertility, a condition in which you can't get pregnant after at least a year of trying for most couples IVF also can be used to prevent passing on genetic problems to a
- Chemotherapy and hair loss: What to expect during treatment
Get an idea of what to expect during chemotherapy so you can plan ahead for head coverings or treatments to reduce hair loss
- Pituitary tumors - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Learn about the signs, symptoms and causes of pituitary tumors — growths that develop in the pituitary gland
- Miscarriage - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Miscarriage is a somewhat common experience — but that doesn't make it any easier If you've lost a pregnancy, take a step toward emotional healing by learning more Understand what can cause a miscarriage, what raises the risk and what medical care might be needed
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