Can ovarian tumors be inherited?

Can ovarian tumors be inherited? The ovaries are reproductive organs unique to women, but they are also the most common site for many gynecological diseases, such as ovarian tumors. During puberty and menopause, the ovaries are very susceptible to stimulation from various factors in the body, which can lead to ovarian tumors. In particular, during puberty, it is more likely to be stimulated and tumors may occur. The following describes whether ovarian tumors are related to genetic factors.

1. Body factors

The incidence of ovarian tumors is higher in women with early menarche, late menopause, and nulliparous women, while the risk is lower in women who have given birth many times, breastfeed, or take oral contraceptives. This "continuous ovulation" theory of carcinogenesis holds that ovulation causes damage to ovarian epithelial cells, and repeated damage and repair processes promote cancer.

2. Genetic factors

It is one of the causes that has been studied more in recent years, and most cases are caused by autosomal dominant inheritance.

Most adolescent ovarian tumors are benign, but some are malignant. Malignant tumors should be removed without hesitation. Whether a benign tumor should be removed depends on the size, growth rate, and nature of the tumor. In short, if a girl has an abdominal mass or encounters the above conditions, she should go to the hospital for examination in time.