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Family history and genetics

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• Cancer >> Ovarian Cancer >> Less than 2 years since diagnosis >> Interview OV08 >> She discussed a genetic cause with her family and decided against being tested for a faulty gene.

Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 2002 as a result of an abnormal cervical smear test. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb followed by chemotherapy.

• Cancer >> Ovarian Cancer >> 2-5 years since diagnosis >> Interview OV38 >> Her sister was screened and pre-cancerous breast disease was found, prompting other relatives to get screened.

Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 2000 following abdominal aches and pains. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb followed by chemotherapy.

• Cancer >> Ovarian Cancer >> 5-6 years since diagnosis >> Interview OV02 >> Felt guilty that her daughters now have to be screened for ovarian cancer as well as colorectal cancer.

Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 1997 following abdominal bloating, altered bowel habits, weight loss and vaginal bleeding. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb followed by chemotherapy.

• Cancer >> Ovarian Cancer >> 5-6 years since diagnosis >> Interview OV28 >> Some of her children were tested for the faulty genes and she feels this benefits the family.

Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 1997 following indigestion and bloating. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries (previously hysterectomised) then chemotherapy. Further surgery to repair a hernia followed by more chemotherapy for recurrences.

• Cancer >> Ovarian Cancer >> 2-5 years since diagnosis >> Interview OV05 >> Being offered an operation to remove her breasts to reduce her risk of developing breast cancer upset her.

Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 2000 after finding a lump in her abdomen, accompanied by vague abdominal symptoms. Treated by surgical removal of both ovaries followed by chemotherapy.

• Cancer >> Ovarian Cancer >> 7-14 years since diagnosis >> Interview OV32 >> Talks about her family history and her concerns about being tested for a faulty gene.

Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 1994 following tiredness, pain, nausea and vomiting. Treated with bowel surgery then chemotherapy. Recurrence treated by chemotherapy prior to surgical removal of ovaries and womb. Second recurrence treated by more chemotherapy.