Profiles

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Interview OV08

Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 2002 as a result of an abnormal cervical smear test. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb followed by chemotherapy.

  • Background

    Professional artist and teacher; married, 2 adult children.

  • Age at interview 59
  • Sex/Gender Female

    • Interview OV09

    Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 1997 after finding a lump in her abdomen. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb followed by chemotherapy.

  • Background

    Retired estate agent; married, 1 daughter and 3 stepsons.

  • Age at interview 65
  • Sex/Gender Female

    • Interview OV10

    Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 2000 following an abdominal ache. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb followed by chemotherapy.

  • Background

    Retired finance clerk; married; 2 adult children.

  • Age at interview 65
  • Sex/Gender Female

    • Interview OV11

    Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 1994 following acute abdominal pain. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb followed by chemotherapy.

  • Background

    Medical Receptionist; married; no children.

  • Age at interview 59
  • Sex/Gender Female

    • Interview OV36

    Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 1997 following abdominal pain, tiredness and bloating. Treated with bowel surgery then surgical removal of ovaries and womb, and chemotherapy. Recurrences treated with chemotherapy, accompanied by further bowel surgery.

  • Background

    Retired headmistress, married, one grown up child.

  • Age at interview 61
  • Sex/Gender Female

    • Interview OV01

    Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 1992 following abdominal pain. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb, and chemotherapy. Recurrences treated with further chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Bowel surgery needed to treat blockages.

  • Background

    Retired school & university librarian; married, 2 adult children.

  • Age at interview 63
  • Sex/Gender Female

    • Interview OV38

    Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 2000 following abdominal aches and pains. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb followed by chemotherapy.

  • Background

    Podiatrist; married; no children.

  • Age at interview 33
  • Sex/Gender Female

    • Interview OV39

    Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 1997 following abdominal pain, frequent urination, vaginal bleeding, fainting fit, and rash. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb followed by chemotherapy.

  • Background

    University administrator; married; two children.

  • Age at interview 41
  • Sex/Gender Female

    • Interview OV40

    Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 2001 following urinary incontinence and abdominal bloating. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb followed by chemotherapy.

  • Background

    Doctor’s receptionist, divorced, three children of which two adult.

  • Age at interview 43
  • Sex/Gender Female

    • Interview OV42

    Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 2003 following abdominal pain (diagnosed as gall stones) and bloating. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb followed by chemotherapy.

  • Background

    Social services care manager, divorced, three adult children.

  • Age at interview 57
  • Sex/Gender Female