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… On this page: Using complementary therapies What complementary therapies can I access? More support and information Complementary therapies information sheet … by trained practitioners. You can use them with the usual (conventional) ovarian cancer treatments (such as surgery and chemotherapy).  No complementary therapies … may help to improve your sense of wellbeing and quality of life. This is because complementary therapies can reduce stress, anxiety, pain and nausea (feeling …

… Our programme of digital events is shaped by you and the support that you’ve told us you need. From diet and nutrition tips to … – everything from mindfulness and creative writing to ‘Empower Hour’, where you can hear about other’s experiences of ovarian cancer.  Please remember that any information shared in this blog, or in our …

… What is an ovarian cyst? Types of ovarian cyst How are cysts diagnosed? What tests can I have to investigate a cyst? Treating ovarian cysts What is an ovarian cyst? … month until you go through the menopause .   Most ovarian cysts are benign (not cancerous). But up to 1 in 10 women will need an operation for an ovarian cyst at … when the egg is released. Complex cysts  Complex ovarian cysts include:  Cysts caused by endometriosis, known as endometriomas. This is a condition where the …

… The idea Professor McNeish’s team wanted to develop a new treatment specifically for patients with ovarian clear cell … block IL-6, which could then be used as potential treatments for clear cell ovarian cancer. This would give more understanding of this type of cancer and hopefully pave …

… What is Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month?  Gynaecological Cancer Awareness month is recognised in … you, it's important that you contact your GP . It's unlikely that your symptoms are caused by a serious problem but it's important to get checked out, even if they're …

… Progress in ovarian cancer is possible, if urgent action is taken. That’s why the announcement of a new study to pilot use of an advanced blood test for ovarian cancer is encouraging for the …

… intimacy information sheet Speak to our specialist nurses A diagnosis of ovarian cancer and its treatment can cause emotional and physical difficulties which can impact on your sexuality, sex …

… Catherine was diagnosed with Stage 3 ovarian cancer in 2019. Since then she's been campaigning to make ovarian cancer a health … mine, and the heartache felt by those diagnosed, their loved ones and friends.  If you’ve been affected by this story and would like to speak to a specialist nurse, …

… It's important to consider factors that may reduce the risk of ovarian cancer.  While they may lower the risk, they won't completely prevent you from … breastfeeds won't ovulate (produce eggs) as much during their lifetime. This is because during pregnancy the ovaries don't ovulate and breast feeding delays the start …