US Medical Term · conditions
Ovarian Cancer
Cáncer de ovario
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Ovarian Cancer |
| Spanish (Español) | Cáncer de ovario |
| Chinese (中文) | 卵巢癌 |
| Korean (한국어) | 난소암 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Ung thư buồng trứng |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Kanser sa obaryo |
| Portuguese (Português) | Câncer de ovário |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | มะเร็งรังไข่ |
| Japanese (日本語) | 卵巣がん |
What it means
Ovarian cancer is a malignant tumor of the ovaries, the organs that produce eggs and hormones in women. It is often called a 'silent killer' because it typically causes few symptoms in early stages and is frequently diagnosed at an advanced stage. Symptoms may include bloating, pelvic pain, difficulty eating, and frequent urination. BRCA gene mutations significantly increase risk. There is currently no standard screening test for ovarian cancer in average-risk women. Treatment includes surgery and chemotherapy. Early detection greatly improves outcomes.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
I have been experiencing persistent bloating and pelvic pain — my doctor wants to test for ovarian cancer.
He tenido hinchazón persistente y dolor pélvico; mi médico quiere hacerme pruebas para detectar cáncer de ovario.
I carry the BRCA gene mutation — what is my risk of developing ovarian cancer?
Soy portadora de la mutación del gen BRCA. ¿Cuál es mi riesgo de desarrollar cáncer de ovario?
What imaging or blood tests can help diagnose ovarian cancer?
¿Qué estudios de imagen o análisis de sangre pueden ayudar a diagnosticar el cáncer de ovario?
Where you'll see it
Related ICD-10-CM category
C56 Malignant neoplasm of ovaryRelated terms
Sources
Last reviewed: September 2026