Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Florida

Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Florida

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Turn the Town Teal - September 2008

Plan to join the Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Florida in celebrating National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month 2008. We will be wearing teal, decorating trees, buildings and lampposts with teal ribbons and much more! Be a part of a new tradition and raise awareness of the symptoms of ovarian cancer, and in the process YOU can help save women's lives!!! For more information or to join this effort, contact the OCAF office (ocaf@ocaf.org or 407-339-0024).

Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer:

Bloating

Pelvic or abdominal pain

Difficulty eating or feeling full quickly

Urinary symptoms (urgency or frequency)

Several other symptoms may include: fatigue, indigestion, back pain, pain with intercourse, constipation and menstrual irregularities.

Take Action:

See your doctor, preferably a gynecologist, if these symptoms are unusual for you and occur almost daily for more than a few weeks. Experts suggest a combination pelvic/rectal exam, a transvaginal sonogram, and a CA125 blood test. If ovarian cancer is suspected, medical experts suggest seeking a second opinion with a gynecologic oncologist before surgery is performed.

EARLY DIAGNOSIS SAVES WOMEN'S LIVES!

OCAF is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.