Not These Ovaries

Standard chemo response rates for LGSOC sit below 10%. A trial pairing a CDK4/6 inhibitor with hormone therapy hit 30.6% — the highest ever reported in this group. Here's what that means, and what patients can access now. #OvarianCancer nottheseovaries.org/cdk46-inhibito…

CA125 is sensitive, but it isn't specific. Infections can raise it. Some ovarian cancers — mucinous, clear cell, some LGSOC — barely produce it at all. Dr. Lauren Cobb of MD Anderson on what this test can and can't tell you. More new videos: @NotTheseOvaries" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">youtube.com/@NotTheseOvari…

Facing a salpingectomy? Here's your practical guide. How to prep, what happens during surgery, the real recovery timeline, and the warning signs worth a call to your doctor. Everything you need to walk in informed: nottheseovaries.org/salpingectomy/

99% of women with LGSOC had never heard of it before their diagnosis. Most are young, symptoms get dismissed, and treatment is often borrowed from other cancers. Every young woman should know these signs: nottheseovaries.org/lgsoc-in-young…

Not all ovarian cancer is the same disease. Rare subtypes like LGSOC, borderline tumors, clear cell, and germ cell tumors each behave differently — and each deserves research built specifically for them. Our new guide breaks it down. nottheseovaries.org/rare-ovarian-c… #OvarianCancer #LGSOC

Insomnia isn't a footnote to ovarian cancer, it's part of the journey for up to 70% of patients. The good news: CBT-I, gentle movement, and better sleep habits can help break the cycle. Talk to your care team. Rest is treatable, not something to just endure.

Cancer treatment ends. The bills don't. Up to 58% of gynecologic cancer survivors face what researchers call "financial toxicity." Our new "Beyond Treatment" series starts with a guide to money, work, and insurance after diagnosis. nottheseovaries.org/ovarian-cancer…

Women with ovarian cancer face anxiety and depression at rates far higher than the general population, and many never get support for it. Mental health isn't separate from cancer care. It's part of it. #OvarianCancer #MentalHealthMatters

Most people know tamoxifen as a breast cancer drug. It's also used in certain ovarian cancers, including LGSOC. Our new guide covers how it compares to chemo, the side effects, and what to ask your doctor. nottheseovaries.org/tamoxifen-and-… #OvarianCancer #LGSOC

Emily turned 37 this month and asked for just one thing: $37 toward research that could change everything for women with LGSOC and borderline ovarian tumors. You've been incredible, but June ends soon. Help us reach $15,000: nottheseovaries.org/fund-trial/?fo…

Had a hysterectomy? Your ovarian cancer risk depends on what was removed. The good news: surgery can meaningfully reduce it. Understanding your specific procedure helps you take control of your health. nottheseovaries.org/ovarian-cancer…

Chocolate cyst diagnosis? You're probably wondering about ovarian cancer risk. Here's what research shows: most women with chocolate cysts are just fine. Understanding the real connection helps you feel confident about your health. Learn more: nottheseovaries.org/chocolate-cyst…

A recurrent ovarian cancer diagnosis can feel isolating, but no woman should have to face it alone. Support from loved ones, patient communities, and compassionate healthcare teams can make a meaningful difference throughout recurrence. 🎗️ #OvarianCancer #CancerSupport

Most bloating is totally normal. But persistent bloating, the kind that doesn’t ease up after two weeks, is worth a conversation with your doctor. Here’s what to know. nottheseovaries.org/ovarian-cancer… #WomensHealth #KnowYourBody

63% of ovarian cancer patients say their diagnosis changed their sex life. Pain, dryness, low desire are common, manageable, and rarely discussed. Pelvic floor therapy and honest communication are a start. You still deserve intimacy. #OvarianCancer #WomensHealth

Your blood test and your tumor test are not the same thing, and for ovarian cancer patients, that distinction can change your entire treatment plan. A guide to somatic mutations: nottheseovaries.org/somatic-mutati… #OvarianCancer #WomensHealth #PatientAdvocacy (231 characters)

CA125 is one of the best-known ovarian cancer markers, but it has important limitations. In early-stage ovarian cancer, CA125 is elevated only about 50% of the time. About 1 in 5 women with ovarian cancer may still have normal CA125 levels.

A normal Pap smear doesn’t screen for ovarian cancer. Your symptom diary is evidence. A second opinion isn’t a betrayal. Self-advocacy is a skill — and for women with ovarian cancer, it can change everything. #OvarianCancer #WomensHealth #PatientAdvocacy

Hair loss is the side effect many ovarian cancer patients fear most. It’s not vanity; it’s identity. Our guide covers what’s actually coming, what helps, and how to cope when cancer becomes visible. nottheseovaries.org/ovarian-cancer…

Chemo brain is real. For many ovarian cancer patients, it can be one of the most frustrating side effects of treatment. Memory lapses. Brain fog. Trouble concentrating. Feeling mentally “slow.” Our latest article explores why it happens and what may help: nottheseovaries.org/chemo-brain/