Living with Ovarian Brenner tumor
A solid growth on the ovary, usually non-cancerous, most often found after menopause and often without symptoms.
Understanding Ovarian Brenner tumor
It most often occurs in women after menopause. It usually causes no symptoms unless it is very large. When present, symptoms may include belly pain or vaginal bleeding. It is usually found by accident during surgery for another reason or a routine exam. Diagnosis is made by looking at a piece of the tumor under a microscope.
Signs & symptoms
Symptoms vary, and many people have none. GARD says they may include:
- Belly pain
- Vaginal bleeding
- Usually no symptoms unless the tumor is very large
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 says the cause of Brenner tumors is unknown.
Also known as: brenner neoplasm of ovary; brenner neoplasm of the ovary; brenner tumor of ovary; brenner tumor of the ovary; brenner tumour of ovary; brenner tumour of the ovary
Patient organizations
- National Ovarian Cancer CoalitionOvarian Brenner tumor · United States
- Ovarian Cancer Research AllianceOvarian Brenner tumor · United States
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