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In order to choose the most appropriate treatment for you, your ovarian cancer must be correctly diagnosed.
Ovarian cancer may be suspected if you have felt continual bloating or discomfort in your abdomen, or if your gynecologist detects a mass or swelling during your annual exam. In these cases, additional screening tests may be indicated, including a transvaginal ultrasound. This test uses sound waves to image the ovaries and surrounding organs.
If your gynecologist suspects ovarian cancer, a gynecologic cancer surgeon must carefully examine the ovaries and surrounding organs for signs of cancer. It's important to choose a surgeon who is experienced in ovarian cancer surgery for this examination because if cancer is found, you can have confidence that your surgeon is an expert in removing this kind of cancer.
