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Interview OV49
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A Doctor explains why a clinical trial involving many thousands of women is needed.
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Ovarian Cancer
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Interview OV49
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A Doctor describes the aims of research into screening for ovarian cancer.
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Ovarian Cancer
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Interview OV49
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A Doctor describes why screening has not yet been introduced despite some evidence that it can detect ovarian cancer earlier.
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Ovarian Cancer
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2-5 years since diagnosis
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Interview OV38
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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.
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Ovarian Cancer
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5-6 years since diagnosis
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Interview OV02
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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.
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2-5 years since diagnosis
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Interview OV05
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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.
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