{"id":24805,"date":"2024-06-28T12:39:19","date_gmt":"2024-06-28T16:39:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/?page_id=24805"},"modified":"2025-12-17T12:10:11","modified_gmt":"2025-12-17T17:10:11","slug":"ovarian-cancer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/cancer\/ovarian-cancer\/","title":{"rendered":"Asbestos and Ovarian Cancer"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Can Asbestos Cause Ovarian Cancer?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Yes,<\/strong> multiple studies have found a connection between <a href=\"\/asbestos\/exposure\/\">asbestos exposure<\/a> and the development of ovarian cancer.<\/p>\n<p>Most recently, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) determined that women who used<strong> talc-based hygiene products <\/strong>have a higher ovarian cancer incidence.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>&#8220;Despite challenges in assessing [asbestos] exposure history and biases inherent in retrospective data, our findings are robust, showing a consistent association between genital talc use and ovarian cancer.&#8221;<br \/>\n\u2013 Dr. Katie O\u2019Brien, epidemiologist &amp; lead study author<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>They determined the risk was higher for those who used talcum powder often or for many years. The greater the frequency or duration of use, the greater the risk.<\/p>\n<p>The NIH study, published in the <em>Journal of Clinical Oncology<\/em> in May 2024, tracked over 50,000 women in the U.S. who had a sister diagnosed with breast cancer, which boosted their chances of developing breast or ovarian cancer.<\/p>\n<h2>Asbestos Ovarian Cancer Overview<\/h2>\n<p>While there are different ways to be exposed to asbestos, many ovarian cancer patients have attributed their cancer to talc-based powders, like <a href=\"\/products\/talc-powder\/\">talcum powder<\/a> and baby powder.<\/p>\n<h3>Key Facts About Ovarian Cancer and Asbestos<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has noted that asbestos-exposed women face nearly <strong>double the risk compared to the general population<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Consumer products such as baby powder, talcum powder, and makeup have been found to be <strong>contaminated with <a href=\"\/asbestos\/\">asbestos<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Brands of talc powder linked to ovarian cancer include <strong>Johnson\u2019s\u00ae Baby Powder, Shower to Shower\u00ae, and Gold Bond\u00ae<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Patients may be <strong>entitled to compensation<\/strong> for asbestos-caused ovarian cancer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with asbestos ovarian cancer, our team is here to help. <strong>Get a free asbestos disease case review<\/strong> to see if you may be eligible for financial assistance for ovarian cancer.<\/p>\n<div id=\"23977\" class=\"one-off-23977 widget widget_oscar-vque one-off\" data-vqueid=\"23977\"><style type=\"text\/css\" data-style=\"one-off\">.one-off-23977{margin:60px auto}.one-off-23977 a{text-decoration:none;color:inherit;display:block;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;margin:0 auto;max-width:695px}.one-off-23977 a>div{background:linear-gradient(180deg,#0FAEBF 0,rgba(129,208,217,0) 100%);border-radius:0 10px 10px 0;max-width:335px;position:relative;margin:0 auto;box-shadow:0 1px 4px 0 rgba(0,0,0,.25)}.one-off-23977 .vque-content{margin-left:5px;background:#fff;padding:20px;padding-top:190px;border-radius:0 9px 10px 0}.one-off-23977 .heading{font-size:20px;line-height:26px;display:block;margin-bottom:13px}.one-off-23977 p:not(:last-child){margin-bottom:20px}.one-off-23977 .button{padding:13px 16px}.one-off-23977 .image-wrap{position:absolute;top:20px;left:25px;max-width:280px}@media screen and (min-width:768px){.one-off-23977 a>div{max-width:700px;margin:0}.one-off-23977 .vque-content{padding:25px;padding-right:355px}.one-off-23977 .heading{font-size:24px;line-height:33px}.one-off-23977 .image-wrap{max-width:318px;top:50%;transform:translateY(-50%);right:20px;left:unset}}<\/style><a href=\"\/asbestos\/free-asbestos-case-review\/\" title=\"Get Compensation for an Asbestos-Related Disease\" class=\"cte\" data-ce-category=\"In-Content Ads\" data-ce-label=\"Get Compensation for an Asbestos-Related Disease Ad\"><div>\r\n    <div class=\"vque-content\">\r\n        <strong class=\"heading\">Get Compensation for an Asbestos-Related Disease<\/strong>\r\n       <p>You may be owed money if you became ill after asbestos exposure.<\/p>\r\n        <p><strong class=\"button arrow\" title=\"Get a Free Case Review\">Get a Free Case Review<\/strong><\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"image-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/lawyers-talking-to-client.jpg\" alt=\"Free Case Review\" class=\"lazyload\" ><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<h2>What Talc Products Contain Asbestos?<\/h2>\n<p>For decades, products like talcum powder, <a href=\"\/products\/baby-powder\/\">baby powder<\/a>, and dusting powder were made from talc, a mineral that is often found near asbestos deposits, which can lead to contamination during mining.<\/p>\n<p>Some talc manufacturers knew their products were contaminated with asbestos but <strong>failed to warn consumers to protect their profits.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Talc products linked to asbestos and ovarian cancer include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Avon\u00ae Skin So Soft Satin Talc Powder<\/li>\n<li>Cashmere Bouquet\u00ae talcum powder<\/li>\n<li>Desert Flower\u00ae talcum powder<\/li>\n<li>Johnson\u2019s\u00ae Baby Powder<\/li>\n<li>Johnson &amp; Johnson\u2019s Shower to Shower\u00ae absorbent body powder<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"\/asbestos-guide\/\">Get our Free Asbestos Product Guide<\/a> to learn about everyday products that put consumers at risk.<\/p>\n<h2>Lawsuits for Asbestos Exposure and Ovarian Cancer<\/h2>\n<p>As of December 2025, over <strong>67,000 <\/strong><a href=\"\/legal\/talcum-powder-lawsuit\/\"><strong>talcum powder lawsuits<\/strong><\/a> are still pending against Johnson &amp; Johnson (J&amp;J). While talc manufacturers maintain their products are safe, they\u2019ve already paid billions of dollars in asbestos settlements and trial verdicts to victims.<\/p>\n<p>In July 2025, a Massachusetts jury awarded <strong>$8 million<\/strong> to an 84-year-old woman diagnosed with mesothelioma after decades of using Johnson &amp; Johnson\u2019s talcum powder.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Other notable asbestos ovarian cancer settlement and verdict payouts include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>$2.1 billion<\/strong> for 22 women who filed an ovarian cancer and asbestos class action lawsuit<\/li>\n<li><strong>$417 million<\/strong> to a California woman who used Johnson\u2019s Baby Powder for decades<\/li>\n<li><strong>$110 million<\/strong> on behalf of a long-term talc product user<\/li>\n<li><strong>$72 million<\/strong> to the family of a woman who passed away from ovarian cancer<\/li>\n<li><strong>$70 million<\/strong> for a J&amp;J talc asbestos-talc cancer victim<\/li>\n<li><strong>$55 million<\/strong> on behalf of a woman diagnosed with ovarian cancer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It\u2019s not too late to take legal action and seek compensation for asbestos ovarian cancer. Take the first step toward justice with a <strong><a href=\"\/asbestos\/free-asbestos-case-review\/\">free asbestos case review<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"23977\" class=\"one-off-23977 widget widget_oscar-vque one-off\" data-vqueid=\"23977\"><style type=\"text\/css\" data-style=\"one-off\">.one-off-23977{margin:60px auto}.one-off-23977 a{text-decoration:none;color:inherit;display:block;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;margin:0 auto;max-width:695px}.one-off-23977 a>div{background:linear-gradient(180deg,#0FAEBF 0,rgba(129,208,217,0) 100%);border-radius:0 10px 10px 0;max-width:335px;position:relative;margin:0 auto;box-shadow:0 1px 4px 0 rgba(0,0,0,.25)}.one-off-23977 .vque-content{margin-left:5px;background:#fff;padding:20px;padding-top:190px;border-radius:0 9px 10px 0}.one-off-23977 .heading{font-size:20px;line-height:26px;display:block;margin-bottom:13px}.one-off-23977 p:not(:last-child){margin-bottom:20px}.one-off-23977 .button{padding:13px 16px}.one-off-23977 .image-wrap{position:absolute;top:20px;left:25px;max-width:280px}@media screen and (min-width:768px){.one-off-23977 a>div{max-width:700px;margin:0}.one-off-23977 .vque-content{padding:25px;padding-right:355px}.one-off-23977 .heading{font-size:24px;line-height:33px}.one-off-23977 .image-wrap{max-width:318px;top:50%;transform:translateY(-50%);right:20px;left:unset}}<\/style><a href=\"\/asbestos\/free-asbestos-case-review\/\" title=\"Get Compensation for an Asbestos-Related Disease\" class=\"cte\" data-ce-category=\"In-Content Ads\" data-ce-label=\"Get Compensation for an Asbestos-Related Disease Ad\"><div>\r\n    <div class=\"vque-content\">\r\n        <strong class=\"heading\">Get Compensation for an Asbestos-Related Disease<\/strong>\r\n       <p>You may be owed money if you became ill after asbestos exposure.<\/p>\r\n        <p><strong class=\"button arrow\" title=\"Get a Free Case Review\">Get a Free Case Review<\/strong><\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"image-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/lawyers-talking-to-client.jpg\" alt=\"Free Case Review\" class=\"lazyload\" ><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<h2>Other Ways Asbestos May Cause Ovarian Cancer<\/h2>\n<p>Women may be exposed to asbestos in ways other than through contaminated talc and develop an <a href=\"\/asbestos\/related-diseases\/\">asbestos-related disease<\/a> like ovarian cancer, mesothelioma, or lung cancer.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Other risk factors for asbestos exposure and ovarian cancer include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"\/occupations\/\">Occupational exposure<\/a>:<\/strong> Asbestos-related diseases have developed in women who worked in factories or other industrial settings or within older or damaged buildings. Asbestos textile workers and anyone who worked around raw talc are especially at risk of occupational exposure to asbestos and ovarian cancer.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Home exposure:<\/strong> Private residences, public buildings, and other structures built before the 1980s likely contained many asbestos products, like asbestos cement, insulation, and tiles. When these buildings were in poor condition or underwent repair, asbestos fibers may have been released into the air.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Environmental exposure:<\/strong> There are several natural asbestos deposits across the U.S. Mining these sites can cause asbestos dust to be released into the area, posing a danger to public health.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Secondary exposure:<\/strong> It\u2019s possible to come in contact with asbestos from fibers that family members unknowingly brought home on their hair or clothing. Women may have been exposed when they did the laundry or hugged a loved one.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Asbestos <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/legal\/mesothelioma-lawyer\/\">lawyers<\/a> have resources they can use to help victims figure out <strong>how, when, and where they were exposed to asbestos.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Symptoms of Asbestos Ovarian Cancer<\/h2>\n<p>The symptoms of asbestos ovarian cancer differ depending on the person and the stage of their cancer. The disease is often difficult to detect when it\u2019s in an early stage since the symptoms are vague and associated with other common health conditions.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Signs of asbestos ovarian cancer include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"columns-2\">\n<li>Abnormal discharge or bleeding after menopause<\/li>\n<li>Bloating or feeling swollen in the stomach<\/li>\n<li>Constipation or diarrhea<\/li>\n<li>Fatigue<\/li>\n<li>Feeling full soon after eating<\/li>\n<li>Needing to urinate frequently<\/li>\n<li>Pain or tenderness in the abdomen, lower back, or pelvic area<\/li>\n<li>Unexplained weight loss<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>About 50% of women diagnosed with ovarian cancer are <strong>63 years or older<\/strong>. If you\u2019re experiencing any of the symptoms listed above, consider getting checked out by your doctor as soon as possible.<\/p>\n<h2>Asbestos Ovarian Cancer Treatment<\/h2>\n<p>After an ovarian cancer diagnosis, your cancer care team will come up with a personalized treatment plan based on your cancer stage, overall health, and other factors.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Treatment options for asbestos ovarian cancer include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Chemotherapy<\/li>\n<li>Hormone therapy<\/li>\n<li>Immunotherapy<\/li>\n<li>Radiation<\/li>\n<li>Surgery<\/li>\n<li>Targeted therapy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Treatments can help patients relieve symptoms and even beat this cancer. When diagnosed at an early stage, about <strong>93%<\/strong> of women are still alive 5 years later, compared to <strong>75%<\/strong> of patients diagnosed at an intermediate stage.<\/p>\n<h2>Get Help for Asbestos Ovarian Cancer<\/h2>\n<p>For decades, asbestos in talcum powder and other consumer goods put millions of innocent women in harm\u2019s way. As a result, many women are being diagnosed with asbestos ovarian cancer today.<\/p>\n<p>Mesothelioma Hope is here to support you during this challenging time. Our Patient Advocates can <strong>help you explore your legal options<\/strong> and connect you with emotional support after an asbestos ovarian cancer diagnosis.<\/p>\n<p>Call <strong><a href=\"tel:+18666088933\" title=\"Click to call (866) 608-8933\" class=\"in-content-tel-link\" data-ce-category=\"Click to Call\" data-ce-label=\"(866) 608-8933\">(866) 608-8933<\/a><\/strong> or <a href=\"\/asbestos\/free-asbestos-case-review\/\">request a Free Asbestos Case Review<\/a> to see if you may be eligible for financial assistance.<\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-wrap\"><h2 class=\"faq-wrap-heading\">Asbestos Ovarian Cancer FAQs<\/h2><div class=\"faq\" data-faq=\"1\"><h3 class=\"faq-heading\">Can you get ovarian cancer from asbestos?<\/h3><div><p><strong>Yes,<\/strong> it&#8217;s possible to develop ovarian cancer from asbestos exposure.<\/p>\n<p>Multiple studies have concluded that women exposed to asbestos through contaminated talcum powder and in occupational settings face an increased risk of ovarian cancer.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq\" data-faq=\"2\"><h3 class=\"faq-heading\">Why does asbestos cause ovarian cancer?<\/h3><div><p>Asbestos fibers are tiny, needle-like minerals that can enter the body through breathing or swallowing. Once inside, these fibers can travel to the ovaries and become permanently stuck because the body cannot break them down.<\/p>\n<p>These trapped fibers cause constant irritation and swelling, which damages the surrounding healthy cells over many years. This long-term damage eventually causes the cells&#8217; DNA to change, which can lead to the growth of ovarian cancer.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq\" data-faq=\"3\"><h3 class=\"faq-heading\">What two illnesses are associated with asbestos exposure?<\/h3><div><p><strong>Ovarian cancer and mesothelioma<\/strong>, among other health conditions, have been linked to asbestos exposure. When people come in contact with asbestos, the tiny fibers can become lodged in the body and result in genetic mutations years later that cause cancerous tumors to form.<\/p>\n<p>The two most common types of <a href=\"\/mesothelioma\/\">mesothelioma<\/a> are pleural mesothelioma, which affects the pleura (lining of the lungs), and peritoneal mesothelioma, which affects the peritoneum (abdominal lining).<\/p>\n<p>The most common type of ovarian cancer is epithelial ovarian carcinoma, which develops on the outside of the ovary. Some cases of ovarian cancer are misdiagnosed as peritoneal mesothelioma since the symptoms are similar.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq\" data-faq=\"4\"><h3 class=\"faq-heading\">Which patient has a very high risk for developing ovarian cancer?<\/h3><div><p><strong>Women who regularly used talc-based talcum powders<\/strong> and baby powders are at an increased risk of ovarian cancer.<\/p>\n<p>One study found that women who used cosmetic talc products as part of their feminine hygiene routine were <strong>33% more likely<\/strong> to develop ovarian cancer.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\",\"name\": \"Can you get ovarian cancer from asbestos?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\": \"Answer\",\"text\": \"&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Yes,&lt;\/strong&gt; it&amp;#8217;s possible to develop ovarian cancer from asbestos exposure.&lt;\/p&gt;\n&lt;p&gt;Multiple studies have concluded that women exposed to asbestos through contaminated talcum powder and in occupational settings face an increased risk of ovarian cancer.&lt;\/p&gt;\n\"}},{\"@type\": \"Question\",\"name\": \"Why does asbestos cause ovarian cancer?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\": \"Answer\",\"text\": \"&lt;p&gt;Asbestos fibers are tiny, needle-like minerals that can enter the body through breathing or swallowing. 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