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• Cancer >> Ovarian Cancer >> 5-6 years since diagnosis >> Interview OV18 >> Wanted to limit the number of people who knew she had cancer but more people found out later.

Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 1997 following investigations for infertility. Treated by surgical removal of affected ovary followed by chemotherapy. Diagnosis revised as 'borderline' and further treatment aborted in preference for regular monitoring.

• Cancer >> Ovarian Cancer >> Less than 2 years since diagnosis >> Interview OV14 >> Told close colleagues all about her cancer while telling clients the minimum they needed to know.

Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 2002 following abdominal ache. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb followed by chemotherapy.

• Cancer >> Ovarian Cancer >> 2-5 years since diagnosis >> Interview OV45 >> Kept the diagnosis a secret outside her immediate family in order to protect her business, until the cancer recurred.

Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 2001 following indigestion, abdominal pain and bloating. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb, and chemotherapy. Recurrences treated with chemotherapy. Surgery to lungs and heart to prevent fluid build-up.

• Cancer >> Ovarian Cancer >> 7-14 years since diagnosis >> Interview OV24 >> Would have liked more emotional support from family, friends and colleagues during her treatment.

Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 1989 after finding a large abdominal lump. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb followed by chemotherapy.