Stories

During a pregnancy scan a cyst was found on Grace's ovary. It was monitored but not mentioned once she gave birth. However, two years later Grace required surgery to remove the cyst – now the size of a rugby ball.

It’s been 12 years to the day since Janet had her debulking surgery. She's eternally grateful to the GP that spotted her symptoms and knew to act quickly. Janet wants to share her story to raise awareness and help everyone recognise them.

Fiona was diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer in 2023. Sadly, she passed away earlier this year. Carl is sharing their experience to raise awareness of the symptoms and hopefully stop other families from going through the same thing.

Previously diagnosed with diverticulitis, 68-year-old Georgina assumed her abdominal pain was related. When her symptoms changed, she visited her GP and in March 2022 was diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer, with a CA-125 level of 1,800.

Sue was diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer 10 years ago. She started Niraparib in 2020 after a recurrence and has been stable since. Sue wants to alter the perception of ovarian cancer, showing the options and that you can still lead a good life.

Reeta was diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer after a chance mention to a healthcare professional outside of her GP practice. She wants to encourage women to not be embarrassed about their symptoms and break the stigma around gynae cancer.

Nicola was diagnosed with Stage 3A ovarian cancer in 2023. With her CA125 levels rising, she is now waiting on treatment for a second recurrence. Nicola wants to share her story to provide hope to others and raise awareness of those all-important symptoms

Lindsay was a fit and healthy 32-year-old when an initial diagnosis of a UTI turned out to be ovarian cancer. She is now cancer free and determined to raise awareness of the disease and its symptoms.

NHS doctor Claire was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2023. She spotted unusual symptoms early and acted fast. Now, she’s sharing her story to raise awareness and urge women to trust their instincts and speak up when something feels wrong.

Lesley, 54, was diagnosed with Stage 3c ovarian cancer in December 2024. Having now finished treatment, she’s focusing on living life to the fullest as well as sharing her experience to encourage others to advocate for their health and wellbeing.

Lucy, 28, was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2023. She wanted to raise awareness, championing others to advocate for themselves if something doesn't feel right. Lucy preserved her fertility after speaking with fellow women in our online community.

Kathleen Granier, 56, from St Albans was diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer in October 2023 and has recently been told she has a recurrence. Here she shares that news, and her involvement with Target Ovarian Cancer.