Sarah and Rebecca discuss the important link between ovarian cancer and new-onset IBS symptoms, exploring why clinicians should be cautious when diagnosing IBS in patients aged 50 and over. They highlight key symptoms such as persistent bloating, abdominal pain, early satiety and changes in bowel habit, and explain how these can differ from the intermittent symptoms typically seen in IBS. The episode also examines the role and limitations of CA125 testing, when to consider pelvic ultrasound, and the importance of safety-netting and follow-up to help avoid missed or delayed diagnoses of ovarian cancer.
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