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Dr. Barbara Taylor discusses the complexities and challenges in diagnosing epithelial ovarian cancer.

Why is epithelial ovarian cancer so difficult to diagnose? In this episode, Dr. Barbara “Menopause” Taylor uses the “needle in a haystack” analogy to explain why this cancer is so often discovered late—and why diagnosis can be such a frustrating, high-stakes process. From vague GI and urinary symptoms to unreliable screening tests and invasive exploratory surgery, Dr. Taylor walks listeners through the complicated path from suspicion to diagnosis. She also reveals why the type of surgeon invo...

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