Ovarian cancer
In the UK, around 7,100 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer each year. It's the fifth most common cancer among women.
The symptoms of ovarian cancer can be difficult to recognise, particularly in the condition's early stages.
Several possible causes of ovarian cancer have been identified, along with risk factors that may make developing the condition more likely.
See your GP as soon as possible if you have symptoms of ovarian cancer. They will gently feel your tummy and ask about your symptoms, general health and family history.
If you have cancer, a team of specialists will work together to provide you with the best possible treatment and care. This is known as a multidisciplinary team.
How ovarian cancer will affect your daily life depends on the stage your condition is at and what treatment you're having.
There's currently no reliable screening test for ovarian cancer. However, there are a number of things that may help to prevent ovarian cancer.
My problems started in 2003. Id been having a difficult year, as both my father and brother died within three months of each other.
Practice nurse Ruth Payne was diagnosed with ovarian cancer when she was 42.