Ovarian Cancer Treatment

Ovarian cancer is the disease which happens in the female’s ovaries where cells start increasing fastly. It is generally called as the silent disease. This is because its symptoms in the beginning are very normal and are not detected easily. This disease can occur at any age but is mostly found in women who are more than 60 years old. At HealthCheckBox, we connect many women from all over the world to the best ovarian cancer specialists in India. We also confirms that every patient receives a personalised plan for a better quality of life.

Types of Ovarian Cancer

Some of the common types of ovarian cancer are:

• Epithelial Ovarian Cancer: A common cancer which occurs in the outer layer of epithelium.
• Fallopian Tube Cancer: A very rare cancer which happens in the fallopian tubes of the reproductive system.
• Primary Peritoneal Cancer: A rare cancer which occurs in the very thin layer of the stomach internally. This layer is called the peritoneum.
• Germ Cell Ovarian Tumors: A cancer in which egg producing cells start growing abnormally which leads to a germ cell tumor.
• Sex Cord Stromal Tumours: This is a rare cancer which occurs in the tissues of the ovary that support them and make hormones.

Who needs Ovarian Cancer Treatment?

Ovarian cancer is needed for those females who notice symptoms or have a confirmed diagnosis of the disease.

• If cancer cells are found in an ultrasound.
• Regular bloating.
• Pain in the lower abdomen.
• Urge to urinate.
• If cysts or tumors are found in an ultrasound test and it is increasing.
• Those females who have a family history of ovarian cancer.
• Rebirth of cancer cells even after the treatment.

Ovarian Cancer Symptoms

Here are some of the common symptoms of ovarian cancer:

• Bloating
• Swelling
• Weight loss
• Pelvic Pain
• Fatigue
• Swelling around the abdomen
• Pain in the back
• Urge to urinate
• Diarrhea

Diagnosis of Ovarian Cancer

Diagnosis of this can be a little bit challenging. Find out below which doctors may diagnose.

• Doctors examine the lower abdomen to find out any kind of cysts or tumours.
• Transvaginal ultrasound.
• CT & MRI scan.
• Blood tests.
• Genetic Testing.

Treatment for Ovarian Cancer

Treatment for this depends on the type, stage and full condition of a patient. It is done in four ways.

• Surgery: Doctors perform an operation to remove the maximum cancerous cysts and tumours which affects the body.
• Chemotherapy: Doctors give this in the form of tablets or injections to remove the remaining cancer cells left in the body.
• Targeted Therapy: An advanced technique which only focus to damage the cancer cells.
• Radiation Therapy: In this, doctors use high energy x-rays to damage the cancer cells. But, it is used very little in ovarian cancer.

Step-by-Step Procedure for Ovarian Cancer Treatment

Treatment of ovarian cancer is divided into three parts. Have a look at it.

Before Procedure- Preparation

• In this stage, patient prepare their body and mind for surgery or chemotherapy.
• Doctors conduct CT & MRI scans to find out the stage of the ovarian cancer.
• If the tumour is of a large size, then doctors give chemotherapy to the patient for almost three to four times. This procedure reduces the size of the tumor.
• Doctors advise patients not to eat anything the night before surgery.

During Procedure

A main procedure which covers almost three to five hours.

• In this process, doctors give anesthesia to patients.
• Surgeons make a cut in the stomach and take out the cancer cells. Especially, surgeons remove the fallopian tubes, uterus, and ovaries in this process.

After the procedure,

In this process, surgeons focus on removing remaining cancer cells.

• Patients stays at the hospital for two to four days for recovery.
• After four to five weeks of surgery, surgeons give chemotherapy to the patients.
• The main focus is to remove the cells which left after the surgery.
• Regular check ups are required after every three to six months.

Why Choose Our Ovarian Cancer Treatment?

Here are a few points mentioned which you should consider:

• Expert Multi Disciplinary Team: Here, we do not have just one doctor, but a proper team of gynecologists, oncologists, radiologists, cancer surgeons, etc. They prepare an arranged treatment plan for each patient.
• Advanced Surgical Techniques: We use minimally invasive techniques, HIPEC like advanced techniques. This helps patients to recover early.
• Precision Diagnosis: We use BRCA gene testing and other molecular tests to understand cancer’s genetic type. This helps to identify which kind of treatment is best for the patients.
• Holistic Care & Support: Treatment of Cancer is not limited to medicines only. We also provide a diet chart to remove weakness from the body. Also, to reduce the pain during treatment and counselling to keep the mental health fit for both the patient and their family.
• Dedicated Chemo Care: We have strict infection prevention rules and experienced nurses for our chemo unit which focuses on reducing side effects.

Post-Treatment Care & Follow-Up

After the surgery, self care is very important. Here are some ways which you can consider.

• Regular check up is important after every two to four months.
• During check up, doctors examine the stomach and pelvic area to identify any kind of tumour.
• Blood tests are conducted to determine if there is a chance of the rebirth of cancer cells.
• CT scans or ultrasound may be conducted.
• If you feel any kind of symptoms before the second check up then immediately consult to the doctor. Symptoms may be heaviness, back pain, urge to urinate, etc.
• Try to walk or do simple exercise.
• After the surgery, you may face irregular periods. If you notice hot flashes or extreme sweating, then immediately consult a doctor.
• Take a healthy diet.