From Swell to Swelling — When Ovaries Behave… and When They Don’t

Not every ovarian swelling is dangerous—but some absolutely matter. In this episode of Menopause Management, Dr. Barbara 'Menopause' Taylor lays out the different ovarian cysts, masses, and tumors, explaining which swellings are normal parts of ovarian function and which could signal trouble. You’ll learn the difference between simple vs. complex, benign vs. borderline vs. malignant, and why ovarian swellings break many of the “rules” you may think you know about cancer. This episode continues to lay the foundation of the ovarian cancer unit.

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Looking for a roadmap to successful menopause management? Dr. Taylor's new ebook, How to Win at Menopause: A Guide to Raising - and Winning- Your Game Your Way, will bring confidence and clarity to your menopause journey. Avoid common pitfalls and learn to navigate a healthcare system that focuses more on disease than prevention, where many professionals lack the relevant education and/or the motivation to help you.

The Anatomy of Your Ovaries — Simple, Powerful, and Critical to Know

Your ovaries may do complex jobs, but their anatomy is surprisingly simple—and understanding it is essential for understanding ovarian cancer. In this episode, Dr. Barbara 'Menopause' Taylor breaks your ovaries down into just three cell types: egg factories, hormone factories, and a thin “Saran wrap–like” outer coating. With clear explanations and unforgettable visuals, she shows why knowing what’s normal is the only way to recognize what’s dangerous. This foundational lesson will make ovarian cancer make sense.

Visual learner? Find the corresponding Menopause Taylor YouTube video here.

Click here for more about one-on-one consultations and Dr. Taylor's menopause resources.

Looking for a roadmap to successful menopause management? Dr. Taylor's new ebook, How to Win at Menopause: A Guide to Raising - and Winning- Your Game Your Way, will bring confidence and clarity to your menopause journey. Avoid common pitfalls and learn to navigate a healthcare system that focuses more on disease than prevention, where many professionals lack the relevant education and/or the motivation to help you.

The Life Cycle of Your Ovaries — From Busy Factory to Quiet Retirement

Your ovaries live a very different lifespan than you do—and understanding that cycle is the key to understanding ovarian cancer. In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Barbara 'Menopause' Taylor walks you through the full life cycle of your ovaries, from tiny and dormant before puberty, to plump and busy during your reproductive years, to shriveled and silent after menopause. You’ll learn why ovarian cysts can be completely normal before menopause—and why any ovarian swelling after menopause is never normal. Clear, logical, and unforgettable, this foundational lesson sets you up to understand what comes next in the ovarian cancer unit.

Visual learner? Find the corresponding Menopause Taylor YouTube video here.

Click here for more about one-on-one consultations and Dr. Taylor's menopause resources.

Looking for a roadmap to successful menopause management? Dr. Taylor's new ebook, How to Win at Menopause: A Guide to Raising - and Winning- Your Game Your Way, will bring confidence and clarity to your menopause journey. Avoid common pitfalls and learn to navigate a healthcare system that focuses more on disease than prevention, where many professionals lack the relevant education and/or the motivation to help you.