NI woman opens up about IBS symptoms which turned out to be cancer

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The symptoms of ovarian cancer can be difficult to recognise, particularly in the early stages of the disease

A Northern Ireland woman has urged others to be aware of ovarian cancer symptoms which are not unlike IBS related symptoms.

"Last summer I was experiencing bloating, a change in my bowel habits and sharp pains around my ovaries as well as extreme fatigue." "I had to make the decisions there and then whether it was going to be surgery and chemotherapy or to not have the treatment," she added. She added: "I haven’t always been brave. I do have my faith, the power of prayer, the love of my husband Andrew and children Matthew and Victoria. It is a strong foundation.

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