What happened, in summary

Angela Hernandez was 32 when she was diagnosed with Stage III ovarian cancer. Before the diagnosis, she had persistent bloating that she initially blamed on a strong course of antibiotics she had recently completed. Her gynecologist initially considered the same explanation, but during a well-woman examination found a hard area while pressing on Angela’s abdomen. That finding prompted further evaluation and led to the ovarian cancer diagnosis. Angela’s brief account highlights how a symptom that seemed easy to explain became an important sign of a serious illness.