An ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled sac in the ovaries that can vary in size. Having a cyst is normal, but the growth of a cyst can lead to complications, according to Dr. Matthew Boente MD. Most often these cysts are harmless. However, they can become problematic if the bleed internally, get too big (>5-7cmContinue reading “What are the possible complications of an ovarian cyst?”
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What you can do to reduce the risk of ovarian cancer
Ovarian cancer is one of the deadliest cancers for women around the world. It’s especially hard to detect because its symptoms are often generally associated with changes that occur in women above the age of 50, symptoms are subtle, intermittent, and usually involve the GI tract. It also doesn’t help that catching it early orContinue reading “What you can do to reduce the risk of ovarian cancer”
The battle against ovarian cancer: Lifestyle changes
Dr. Matthew Boente MD is an expert in the realm of ovarian cancer. Having studied the disease for years, he started a series of blogs to help educate people on the deadly illness. For this blog, Dr. Matthew Boente MD shares a number of lifestyle changes that are required for patients with ovarian cancer thatContinue reading “The battle against ovarian cancer: Lifestyle changes”
What are the early signs of ovarian cancer?
As a disease that 1 out of 57 women in the U.S. has, ovarian cancer is one of the most common cancers that a woman can get. And unlike breast cancer, there are very few ways of knowing that you have ovarian cancer other than getting tested. In fact, it’s so elusive that only 20%Continue reading “What are the early signs of ovarian cancer?”
What are the treatment options for ovarian cancer?
Dr. Matthew Boente MD is a gynecologic oncologist specializing in ovarian cancer cases. According to studies, the disease affects 1 in 78 women globally. With the right treatment, care, and lifestyle habits, it is possible to prevent the disease from spreading to other parts of the body. Patients should consult their doctors for the bestContinue reading “What are the treatment options for ovarian cancer?”
My First Blog Post
Be yourself; Everyone else is already taken. — Oscar Wilde. This is the first post on my new blog. I’m just getting this new blog going, so stay tuned for more. Subscribe below to get notified when I post new updates.
Introduce Yourself (Example Post)
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