10 subtle symptoms women MUST watch out for - they could be a sign of 'silent killer' ovarian cancer READ MORE: I spotted unusual sign of deadliest type of cancer early By REBECCA WHITTAKER FOR MAILONLINE Published: 11:48, 19 February 2025 | Updated: 11:48, 19 February 2025 e-mail View comments More than a third of Brits are completely unaware of the crucial signs of a 'silent killer' disease that claims the lives of 11 women a day, according to a new survey. Ovarian cancer kills more than 4,000 Brits a year and three times as many people in the US, figures show. Less than half of those diagnosed with the disease survive five years or more, mostly because it is often spotted in late stages, when few treatments are available.
Many of the symptoms are easily mistaken for less serious problems, such as heavy periods and exhaustion. According to the latest poll on 2000 people, only seven per cent know of some telltale signs of the disease, like indigestion and changes in bathroom habits. Now, one gynaecologist has warned of the plethora of red flags that all women should take note of — which span well beyond just bloating and pelvic pain.
Dr Susanna Unsworth, a NHS and private women's health expert, said if any of the following, lesser-known 10 symptoms don't resolve within 2-3 weeks, women must seek help. These include an increased urge to urinate, a change in bowel habit, a change in appetite, indigestion, lower back pain, unexplained weight loss , fatigue, pain during sex, b.
