Ovaria communicates thoughts and feelings in energy bubbles
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Empath = a person with a heightened sensitivity to the energies and thoughts of others, often feeling them as if they were their own
Symptoms of ovarian cancer are often subtle and mistaken for other conditions. 1 in 91 women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer, 50% will be under the age of 50. Ovarian cancer accounts for 1% of all new cancers.
Did You Know?
25% of Ovarian cancer is caused by genetics. In 2025, there are more than 244,000 women living who have been diagnosed with Ovarian cancer. The 5-year survival rate is 51.6%. Signs and symptoms include:
– Pelvic or Abdominal Pain
– Gastrointestinal Issues
– Menstrual Changes
– Urinary Frequency
– Trouble Eating, Feeling Full Quickly
– Bloating
– Bowel Problems
Sympton Awareness
is often the first step in diagnosing ovarian cancer. Ovarian cancer does not have a reliable standalone screening test, diagnosis involves a combination of imaging, bloodwork, and sometimes surgery.
CA-125 Blood Test
Measures a protein antigen 125, that may be higher in women with
ovarian cancer.
Genetic & Molecular Testing
Genetic testing, is DNA and Biomarker testing that is done with blood, saliva, or biopsy. The tests look for gene and protein mutations or chromosomal.
Imaging Test
Includes ultrasounds, CT scans, or MRI to see masses or cysts
BRCA-1
Increases risk for ovarian, breast, uterine, pancreatic, and prostate cancers.
BRCA – 2
BRCA2 is associated with HBOC syndrome. HBOC increases lifetime risk for Breast, Ovarian, prostate, pancreatic and melanoma cancer.
Hormonal Replacement
Long term hormone replacement with estrogen and progesterone CAN INCREASE RISK
Family History
Having anyone in your immediate family, male with prostate or female with breast, ovarian or uterine cancer and any history of pancreatic, melanoma, or colon cancer can increase your lifetime risk.
Other Genetic Conditions
Lynch syndrome and rare gene mutations (RAD51C, RAD51D, BRIP1) also increase risk.
Knowing ovarian cancer risk can help guide decisions to take preventative actions. OCRA offers free genetic test kits to those that qualify.
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If you have any of the risk factors, please consult with your physician, and visit OCRA (Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance) free DNA testing link for more information and guidance.
Women with endometriosis have about a 30–40% higher risk of developing certain types of ovarian cancer compared to women without the condition.
Women with BRCA-related breast cancer may face a 10–20% lifetime risk of ovarian cancer.
It is estimated that about 20,890 women will be newly diagnosed with ovarian cancer
Having had uterine or colorectal cancer can also be associated with a higher risk, though exact percentages vary depending on family history and genetic factors.
Listen to your body, be aware of symptoms as they often mimic other conditions. Discuss all symptoms with your physician, Advocate for yourself and demand diagnostic testing. A pap test does not detect ovarian cancer.
Know the Signs
Ask about the ca-125 test
Why is it Done
Screening if you are at high risk. To monitor cancer treatments. To check for cancer reoccurrene.
Why it Matters
May indicate endometriosis, uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, liver/kidney disease or other cancers.
Who it Helps
Ask your doctor to take CA-125 as a baseline for annual wellness. Used for those in high-risk categories for early
monitoring combined with transvaginal ultrasound every 6-12 months.
Early Detection Tools
While not a stand-alone diagnostic test, it can help doctors monitor changes and catch potential warning signs early.
