Ovarian cancer patients googled symptoms a YEAR before diagnosis

Research suggests that ‘Dr Google’ may be used in the future to detect ovarian cancer cases earlier. By analyzing Google search histories of women with the disease, patterns were found showing searches for symptoms like weight loss, bladder issues, and bloating up to a year before specialist referrals. This data highlights potential for early disease detection despite the conventional advice against self-diagnosing online. Ovarian cancer is a significant health issue, often diagnosed late due to vague symptoms, leading to high mortality rates. The study hopes to spark interest in novel research using online data for health screening.

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