Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Florida

OUR MISSION -The Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Florida unites diverse individuals, organizations, and health care providers throughout Florida, by working together for change and providing resources, education and support for early detection and treatment that will help save women’s lives.
DID YOU KNOW - 1,485 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer in Florida each year. Ovarian cancer is the sixth most common female cancer in the state of Florida. Ovarian cancer is the fourth most common cause of female cancer death in Florida. One in 69 women of any age will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer. The five-year survival rate is 30%. With early detection that number can be raised to 93%.
SYMPTOMS - Bloating Pelvic or abdominal pain Difficulty eating or feeling full quickly Urinary symptoms (urgency or frequency) Several other symptoms may include: fatigue, indigestion, back pain, pain with intercourse and menstrual irregularities.
TAKE ACTION - See your doctor, preferably a gynecologist, if these symptoms are unusual for you and occur almost daily for more than a few weeks. Experts suggest a combination pelvic/rectal exam, a transvaginal sonogram, and a CA125 blood test. If ovarian cancer is suspected, medical experts suggest seeking a second opinion with a gynecologic oncologist before surgery is performed.Early diagnosis saves women’s lives!

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