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- Website: Our Bodies, Ourselves
- Resource type: Article
Summary - The message of this resource is:
Annual screening is not recommended for women at average risk for developing ovarian cancer, and may lead to false positive results. Instead, watch for physical changes like bloating or pelvic pain. Resource includes a short video.
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Keywords
reproductive, oopherectomy, chemotherapy, pelvic, ovaries, abdominal pain, gynecologist, ultrasonography
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Rated on: 4/13/2018 3:14:34 PM
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