Early Ovarian Cancer Signs Every Woman Should Know
Decreased appetite and weight loss
Because the ovarian tumor takes up space in the abdominal cavity, patients have less room for their organs including their digestive tract. This may interfere with their appetite, causing patients to feel less hungry. Be particularly wary if you feel full after eating only small meals or snacks. With decreased appetite also comes unintentional weight loss. Weight loss is a common theme in cancer also because the malignant cells are growing so rapidly that they are sucking nutrients away from the rest of your body. Loss of appetite and unintentional weight loss are both red flags that indicate further evaluation for an underlying cancerous process. If you are experiencing any of these signs, consult with a healthcare provider for further evaluation.
