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Ovarian Cancer : Prevention

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Having regular pelvic examinations may decrease the overall risk. Screening tests for ovarian cancer remains a very active research area.
Source:ADAM
Date:December 24, 2008
Since the cause of ovarian cancer is not known, it is not possible to fully prevent the disease. However, there are ways to reduce one's risks of developing the disease.Pregnancy gives a break from ovulation, and multiple pregnancies appear to fur...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer
Since the cause of ovarian cancer is not known, it is not possible to fully prevent the disease. However, there are ways to reduce one's risks of developing the disease.Decrease ovulation.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Some studies have shown that removal of the ovaries does not necessarily reduce the risk of cancer, and does not necessarily increase longevity rates in women.Having sound physical and mental health can significantly reduce the chances of getting ...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
Oophorectomy is the surgical removal of one or both ovaries. It is also called ovariectomy.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer
Oophorectomy is the surgical removal of one or both ovaries. It is also called ovariectomy.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Unilateral oophorectomy(also called an ovariectomy) is the surgical removal of an ovary. If one ovary is removed, a woman may continue to menstruate and have children.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Surgery
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