Ovarian cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the ovaries. Women have two ovaries, one on each side of the uterus. The ovaries — each about the size of an almond — produce eggs (ova) as well as the hormones estrogen and progesterone. Ovarian cancer often goes undetected until it has spread within the pelvis and abdomen. At this late stage, ovarian cancer is more difficult to treat and is frequently fatal. Early-stage ovarian cancer, in which the disease is confined to the ovary, is more likely to be treated successfully. Cancer begins when a genetic mutation turns normal cells into abnormal cancer cells. Cancer cells quickly multiply, forming a mass (tumor). They can invade nearby tissues and break off from an initial tumor to spread elsewhere in the body (metastasize).

Types of ovarian cancer

• Epithelial tumors

• Stromal tumors

• Germ cell tumors

Causes

• It's not clear what causes ovarian cancer.

Symptoms

• Abdominal bloating or swelling

• Quickly feeling full when eating

• Weight loss

• Discomfort in the pelvis area

• Changes in bowel habits

• Frequent need to urinate

Role of Homeopathy

Homeopathy treatments are highly beneficial to treat ovarian pain. These homeopathy treatments help to manage ovarian pain in cases where no critical/life-threatening cause is present for it.