Kirsty Treen from Chippenham, at the age of 39, was diagnosed with ovarian cancer during a routine medical examination. She recalled experiencing symptoms such as bloating, tenderness, and unexpected bleeding, which she initially attributed to tiredness. However, after seeking a second opinion, a scan conducted at the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust revealed a concerning mass. Following a biopsy, Kirsty underwent an extensive 11-hour operation, including a full hysterectomy, and subsequently underwent four months of chemotherapy.
Hailing from the Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, Kirsty credited her awareness of the disease’s symptoms to a friend’s social media posts commemorating her mother’s battle with ovarian cancer. Encouraging other women to heed potential symptoms and seek medical attention, Kirsty emphasized the criticality of early detection and treatment for a more favorable prognosis.
Expressing gratitude towards the hospital staff for their exceptional care and support throughout her treatment, Kirsty urged women to be vigilant about ovarian cancer, emphasizing the importance of understanding its symptoms.
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Ovarian cancer predominantly impacts women over 50, although it can affect individuals with ovaries of any age. Notably, it can still develop post-removal of ovaries, affecting the fallopian tubes or the abdomen’s lining.
Symptoms include bloating, tenderness, and unexpected bleeding. Further information is available on the NHS website and through the Target Ovarian Cancer charity.