Scientists at hospitals and medical centers all across the country are studying ovarian cancer. They are trying to learn more about what causes this disease and how to prevent it. They are also looking for ways to detect it earlier and to treat it more effectively. Cause and Prevention About 1 in every 70 women in the United States will develop ovarian cancer during her lifetime. Most cases occur in women over the age of 50, but it …showed first 75 words of 3225 total…

…showed last 75 words of 3225 total…sexual activity a few weeks after radiation treatment ends. Biological Therapy The side effects caused by biological therapy vary with the type of treatment. Often, these treatments cause flu-like symptoms, such as chills, fever, muscle aches, weakness, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Sometimes patients get a rash, and they may bleed or bruise easily or have bone pain. These problems can be severe, and patients may need to stay in the hospital during treatment. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**