1. Is CA-125 always increased in ovarian cancer?
No, not all
ovarian cancers are associated with increased levels of CA-125. Elevated levels have been found in about 80% of women with ovarian cancer.
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2. My CA-125 is elevated. Does that mean I have cancer?
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3. Does ovarian cancer run in families?
Family history is a risk factor for
ovarian cancer. If you have close family members who have had ovarian cancer, you are at higher risk than someone who has no family history of the disease. Make sure your doctor knows about your family medical history.
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4. What are some other risk factors for ovarian cancer?
In addition to family history, other risk factors include increasing age, obesity, and use of hormone replacement therapy. See the
American Cancer Society web site for more on this.
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