Hi

I've had some unusual symptoms for a few months. The most troubling is needing to wee a lot. And I mean A LOT. Plus, the feeling that I'm not fully emptying my bladder.

I had already decided that enough was enough and I should see a doctor. Then I recalled I'd had some other vague symptoms too that I'd kind of overlooked and maybe I should mention that too. I've had some pelvic pain, bloating and heartburn. And, come to think of it, I do feel full quickly these days. I do know I have some fluid in my peritoneal cavity.

I'm 40 and know ovarian cancer is unlikely. I've had IBS for 20 years so bloating isn't unusual for me, but this feels different. I wouldn't, however, say it was persistent in the sense of permanent. I feel it every day, but it's worse at certain times. After eating I can feel like it's difficult to breathe because my tummy feels so big. I am worried about mentioning it and being told it's just fat - I do have too much fat around my middle, though I'm generally average size 12.

So I'd be interested to know how to go about talking to my doctor about this and how to make sure ovarian cancer is ruled out. I have no idea what to expect. How do I make sure nothing is missed?

Thank you.