Stories

29 year old Lotte was diagnosed with stage 1A ovarian cancer in February this year after surgery to remove ovarian cysts.

Jenny was diagnosed with late stage 3c ovarian cancer in 2021 at 49 years old. She experienced ovarian cancer symptoms, including fatigue, for a year preceding her diagnosis but it was linked to the perimenopause.

Judy was diagnosed with stage 3C ovarian cancer in 2014. 10 years on, she's sharing her story in the hope of bringing positivity to others.

Lorraine joined the Ovarian Cancer Community in 2021 after her diagnosis of ovarian cancer and talks to us about the support she’s received from other members.

Margaret got involved with raising funds and awareness after her diagnosis of ovarian cancer.

GP Charlotte Badescu shares her story of being diagnosed with a rare type of ovarian cancer and how her experience has given her further insight into patient care and experiences.

Libby was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in January this year. She talks to us about the wonderful support she's found in our online communities.

Annie found comfort and solace in our support line and shared her story for our BBC Lifeline Appeal.

At 15 years old, Rosie, now a student nurse, had spent three months experiencing abdominal pain and bloating, but had no idea it would be stage 2 ovarian cancer

Sarah was diagnosed with stage 3c ovarian cancer in March 2023 after an elevated CA125 result of over 1,700. She's now taking the maintenance drug Niraparib and wants to share her experience to raise awareness and help other women be diagnosed earlier.

A year on from her diagnosis of stage 3 high grade serous ovarian cancer, Gillian discusses her experience, life with a stoma, and looking to the future surrounded by friends and family.

In 2014, Alison was diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer together with breast cancer. June marks 10 years since that diagnosis – and she continues to raise awareness and hopes to inspire others by sharing her story.