JAKARTA - Ovarium cancer is among the deadliest diseases in gynecology. This is because ovarian cancer is difficult to detect early and is usually caught when it is in advanced stages.
With that, specialist obstetrician and gynecologist consultant oncology, dr. Muhammad Yusuf, Sp.OG (K) Onk, said that women's awareness regarding the risk factors of ovarian cancer is very important for prevention and early detection. These are some of the risk factors for ovarian cancer that women must watch out for.
1. History of cancer in the family
Genetic factors are an important indicator of the chances of ovarian cancer in a woman. Women with families who have been exposed to ovarian cancer or breast cancer should be vigilant and start regular health checks.
"If there are mothers, grandmothers, or siblings who have had cancer, the risk will also increase. Especially if they are young," said doctor Yusuf, during a press conference at AstraZeneca in Gatot Subroto, Jakarta, on July 24, 2025.
In some cases, genetic factors such as the mutation of the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes have indeed proven to significantly increase the risk of ovarian cancer.
2. Menstruation early and menopause late
A woman's menstrual period, whether menstruating too early or too late, increases the risk of being exposed to estrogen for a long time. This can trigger abnormal cells in the ovarian, which can end in cancer.
"The longer a woman is exposed to the hormone estrogen, either due to early menstruation or late menopause, the higher the risk of ovarian cancer," he said.
3. Never get pregnant
Pregnancy can also affect the occurrence of ovarian cancer. Women who are never pregnant can actually be more at risk of developing ovarian cancer, because it is related to the period of body ovulation that never stops.
"Every ovulation is like a small wound that heals on its own. But if it is too often it can cause potential cell disorders," he explained.
4. Obesity
Excessive weight or obesity is also a risk factor for ovarian cancer. Obesity increases the risk of ovarian cancer through a hormonal mechanism.
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