Around one in five women with ovarian cancer are diagnosed below the age of 50.
Ovarian Cancer Action - together with cancer charities Ovacome, Target Ovarian Cancer and the Eve Appeal - have produced A Younger Woman's Guide to Ovarian Cancer. This booklet provides information on treatment, relationships, fertility and facing an early menopause after ovarian cancer treatment in your fertile years. This guide has been written by health professionals and experts, and was developed through consultation with women who have had ovarian cancer.
You can download A Younger Woman's Guide to Ovarian Cancer here.
If it's easier, you can also scroll down and find out more about the topics below. All the information in this section of our website has been taken from A Younger Woman's Guide to Ovarian Cancer.
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Relationships
Find out more about RelationshipsFeeling supported and connected to people around you can be very important
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Ovarian cancer and your fertility
Find out more about Ovarian cancer and your fertilityHaving ovarian cancer and the resulting treatment can affect your fertility. Read about your options and who to talk to when you need support
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What to expect from early menopause
Find out more about What to expect from early menopauseThe menopause usually happens naturally between the ages of 45-55. Chemotherapy and surgery may cause this to happen early
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Your body image and sexuality
Find out more about Your body image and sexualityComing to terms with changes to your body after treatment can be difficult. It’s important to know that you’re not alone and help is available