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Ovarian cancer Is this about you? Younger woman with ovarian cancer

Younger woman with ovarian cancer

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If you’re younger than 40 when your ovarian cancer is diagnosed, you’re likely to face different issues in your treatment and follow-up than older women with the disease. The good news is that survival is highest for younger women, as they usually get the types of ovarian cancer that respond best to treatment.

However, you might be concerned about the effects of treatment on your ability to have children, your sexuality, or you might be worried about what your diagnosis means for your future and for your family.

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Last Updated on Tuesday, 28 July 2009 11:10  

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