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Results 1 - 8 of 8 for ovarian cancer
  1. Ovarian Cancer (National Library of Medicine)  
    What is ovarian cancer? Cancer is a disease in which abnormal cells in the body grow out of control and form a tumor. Ovarian cancer is a cancerous tumor that forms in the ...
  2. Breast Cancer (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... These two changes also raise your risk of ovarian and other cancers. Besides genetics, your lifestyle and the environment can ...
  3. Ovarian Disorders (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... and releasing eggs. Problems with the ovaries include: Ovarian cancer Ovarian cysts and polycystic ovary syndrome Primary ovarian insufficiency ...
  4. Hysterectomy (National Library of Medicine)  
    A hysterectomy is surgery to remove a woman's uterus or womb. The uterus is the place where a baby grows when a woman is pregnant. After a hysterectomy, ...
  5. Genetic Counseling (National Library of Medicine)  
    Genetic counseling provides information and support to people who have, or may be at risk for, genetic disorders. A genetic counselor meets with you to discuss ...
  6. Primary Ovarian Insufficiency (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... diseases, such as autoimmune diseases and viral infections Cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy Age. Younger women can get POI, but it becomes more common between the ages of 35-40. What are the symptoms of primary ovarian insufficiency (POI)? The first sign of POI is ...
  7. Female Infertility (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... result from problems with producing eggs. In primary ovarian insufficiency, ... babies. Dept. of Health and Human Services Office on Women's Health
  8. Adrenal Gland Disorders (National Library of Medicine)  
    What are adrenal glands? Your adrenal glands are two small organs that sit on top of each kidney. The adrenal glands make different types of hormones ...