There is currently no proven screening test for ovarian cancer – no mammogram or Pap smear equivalent. It is for this reason that women must become extremely diligent about understanding symptoms and talking with their doctors. Additionally, this makes ovarian cancer difficult to diagnose. However, a woman who experiences symptoms should advocate for herself, be persistent if she feels something is wrong and request three tests from her doctor: the CA-125 blood test, the transvaginal ultrasound and a vaginal-rectal pelvic exam. Pending the results, further testing may be needed.

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