Question:
Should I have screening for ovarian cancer if I have no family history of ovarian cancer in a mother, sister, or daughter?
Answer:
No
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Amount Saved: $300 cost of ultrasound and ca-125 cancer marker
MedHead Message:
Getting screened for a disease can have risks as well as benefits. If the test is not accurate, it may falsely report that you need to take further action. A lot of times that further action costs more money and may cause health problems. $300 will buy you a night or 2 in a nice hotel with your honey, compliments of MedHead!
References:
1. http://www.choosingwisely.org/clinician-lists/society-gynecologic-oncology-ovarian-cancer-screening-or-ultrasound-low-risk-women-ca-125/ 2. https://children.costhelper.com/ultrasound.html
