Lalita Prasad Lalita Prasad Asked 4 months ago

Can you get ovarian cancer after menopause?

I went through menopause about five years ago and have been mostly fine. However, a TV program about cancer awareness got me thinking. Is it possible to develop ovarian cancer even after menopause?

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Kiran Vyas Kiran Vyas Joined May 2026 4 months ago
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Yes, you definitely can, and in fact, the risk actually increases with age after menopause. I was diagnosed post-menopause after noticing persistent bloating, so please don't ignore any unusual stomach symptoms.

Meenakshi Sundaram Meenakshi Sundaram Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Yes, the risk is very real even after your periods have stopped. For your safety, if you notice any changes in bowel habits or unexplained weight loss, please consult a doctor immediately.

Varun Dhawan Varun Dhawan Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Honestly, the more I read about health, the more I lose sleep! Yes, it can happen after menopause, which means we can never really stop worrying. Best to just visit the gynae regularly.

Divya Rao Divya Rao Joined May 2026 4 months ago

I was researching this for my mother recently. It turns out the risk actually goes up after menopause, so I am making sure she doesn't skip her yearly gynecological exams.

Shruti Iyer Shruti Iyer Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Since I have PCOS, I am always reading up on ovarian health. Yes, post-menopause is actually a high-risk period, so staying in touch with your gynecologist for regular checkups is highly recommended.

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Ritu Kapoor Ritu Kapoor Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

Ovarian cancer is actually more common in postmenopausal women, with most cases diagnosed after age 60. Don't assume menopause protects you; stay vigilant about any pelvic discomfort.

Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

While regular exercise and a healthy diet help lower overall chronic disease risks, they can't completely prevent ovarian cancer post-menopause. Medical screenings are still absolutely necessary.

Siddharth Sen Siddharth Sen Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

My mother's doctor explained that ovarian cancer risk peaks in the 60s and 70s. He emphasized that persistent bloating, feeling full quickly, and abdominal pain post-menopause should never be ignored.

Mangala Deshmukh Mangala Deshmukh Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Haan na, hume lagta hai menopause ke baad sab tension khatam, par aisa nahi hota. Age ke sath risk badhta hi hai, toh routine body checkup toh zaroori hai.

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Gopal Krishnan Gopal Krishnan Joined May 2026 4 months ago

We often think old age brings peace from these issues, but that is not true. While keeping a simple diet is good, you must show any post-menopausal health issues to a qualified doctor.

Nisha Shah Nisha Shah Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

I panicked completely when my mother had some pelvic pain after menopause, fearing the worst. It turned out to be a minor infection, but it taught us that post-menopausal symptoms should always be evaluated by a doctor.

Saraswathi Amma Saraswathi Amma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Yes, the risk is higher after menopause. My tip is to never miss your annual pelvic ultrasounds and CA-125 tests if your doctor recommends them, as early detection makes all the difference.

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