Ovarian cancer: cancer of the female reproductive system 

Ovarian cancer is an illness that affects the female reproductive organs responsible for egg production. It is the fifth leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women, and it's estimated that over 20,000 new cases and 13,000 deaths will occur in the U.S. this year. Epithelial ovarian cancer, germ cell tumors, and stromal tumors are the three main types of ovarian cancer. Age, family history, genetic mutations, hormone-related factors such as early menstruation or late menopause, and reproductive history can all increase your risk of developing ovarian cancer. Symptoms may include abdominal or pelvic pain, bloating, difficulty eating or feeling full quickly, or frequent urination - though these can be indicative of other conditions too so it's important to get checked out by a doctor if you experience any of them. Diagnosis usually consists of imaging tests like MRIs or CT scans along with a physical exam and a tissue biopsy to determine the stage of your cancer. Treatments vary according to the type and stage of disease as well as age and health; they could involve surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy - or any combination thereof - along with possibly removing the ovaries or uterus depending on circumstances. Prognosis depends primarily on how early you caught it; early detection gives a much better chance for survival - the current 5-year survival rate is around 48%, although this rate varies depending on the stage. To reduce your risk it's important to live a healthy lifestyle with no smoking habits & minimize exposure to environmental toxins; women who have a family history of ovarian or breast cancer may also need genetic counseling & testing to determine their risk level. To sum up: early detection & prevention are keys to improving your outcome when it comes to ovarian cancer.