What are the late symptoms of ovarian tumors

Ovarian tumor is a common malignant tumor in women. The early symptoms of ovarian tumor are not very specific. About 65% of patients are already in the late stage when they seek medical treatment. So, what are the common symptoms of mid- and late-stage ovarian tumor? Let's take a detailed look at them together.

Abdominal distension

Due to the rapid growth of the tumor, abdominal distension, abdominal mass and ascites may occur in a short period of time. When the mass gradually grows larger and exceeds the pelvic cavity, the mass can be felt in the abdomen.

Cachexia

Due to the rapid growth of the tumor, malnutrition and weight loss occur, forming cachexia.

Compression symptoms

When the tumor infiltrates into surrounding tissues or compresses nerves, it may cause abdominal pain, back pain, or sciatica; if it compresses the pelvic veins, lower limb edema may occur; a huge tumor may compress the bladder, causing frequent urination, difficulty urinating, and urine retention; compressing the rectum may cause difficulty in defecation; compressing the gastrointestinal tract may cause digestive tract symptoms; compressing the diaphragm may cause breathing difficulties and inability to lie flat.

Transfer

Ovarian malignant tumors rarely cause pain, but if the tumor ruptures, bleeds, or becomes infected, or if it infiltrates and compresses adjacent organs, it may cause abdominal pain or back pain.

Menstrual disorders, vaginal bleeding

If both ovarian tumors are destroyed by cancerous tissue, it may cause menstrual disorders and amenorrhea.