AM I AT RISK FOR OVARIAN CANCER? 

Ovarian cancer risk is influenced by various factors, many of which are rooted in genetics and life experiences. Elevated risk is associated with:

1-Advancing age, which correlates with the accumulation of genetic mutations

2-A family history of ovarian cancer, indicating a hereditary predisposition

3-Mutations in critical genes, such as BRCA1 and BRCA2, which play pivotal roles in DNA repair mechanisms

4-Inherited genetic syndromes like hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC), commonly known as Lynch syndrome

5-Lifelong nulliparity, as the hormonal changes associated with pregnancy may offer a protective effect

6-Obesity, which can alter hormone levels and create an environment conducive to cancer development