Living with Borderline epithelial tumor of ovary
A low-grade ovarian tumor with abnormal cell growth but no invasion of nearby tissue.
Understanding Borderline epithelial tumor of ovary
It has an abnormal increase of epithelial cells (the cells that cover the ovary). There is no sign that it has grown into the supporting tissue (stroma). GARD does not list other details yet.
Signs & symptoms
GARD doesn't list specific symptoms for this condition yet.
Not everyone has every symptom. GARD's list comes from the Human Phenotype Ontology.
Diagnosis
- 1Talk with your doctor
Share the symptoms you've noticed, when they started and your family health history. Notes and photos can help.
- 2See a specialist
Your doctor may refer you to a specialist who knows rare conditions.
- 3Ask which tests can help
Your care team will decide which exams and tests can confirm the diagnosis.
Care & treatment
- Care team
- A doctor familiar with rare conditions, plus specialists as needed
- Expert care
- Ask about multidisciplinary care centers for rare conditions
- Treatment
- GARD doesn't list specific treatments for this condition. Your care team will tailor care to your symptoms.
- Research
- Clinical trials and observational studies may be options. See the research section below.
General information, not medical advice. Your care team makes the decisions.
Everyday life
Living with a rare condition is easier with support.
- Connect with National Ovarian Cancer Coalition and other patient organizations
- Keep notes on symptoms, changes and questions for appointments
- Ask about patient registries that help research
- Look into financial aid and travel resources for care visits
Quick facts
GARD doesn't describe a cause for this condition yet.
Also known as: borderline epithelial neoplasm of ovary; borderline epithelial neoplasm of the ovary; borderline epithelial tumor of the ovary; borderline epithelial tumour of the ovary; borderline ovarian epithelial neoplasm; borderline ovarian epithelial tumor
Patient organizations
- National Ovarian Cancer CoalitionBorderline epithelial tumor of ovary · United States
- Ovarian Cancer Research AllianceBorderline epithelial tumor of ovary · United States
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