It has been proven that a family history of ovarian cancer greatly increases your risk of also contracting the disease. Although it is as of yet uncertain if there is a genetic link to the disease or if it is merely a genetic predisposition to developing the disease which is passed down and then might be triggered by living choices, external influences, or other such events, paying attention to your family history and its illnesses is crucial. The first course of action when finding out that such a history exists in your family should be a full physical and also complete gynecological exam to rule out any cancer in your body. Assuming that you are healthy, it is now time to find out how to go about preventing ovarian cancer when it runs in your family. Usually the initial step suggested by your physician will be a genetic test that can give you clues as to your cancer risk with respect to gene mutations you may have inherited. If you are found to have a genetic predisposition for developing ovarian cancer, preventative measures depend on the number of occurrences in your family. If your risk is considered to be low, read more