It's a fun way to draw attention to a very important message.

Ovarian cancer is no longer being called, "The Silent Killer." Women are painting their toenails teal to mark Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, September.

But the message is crucial all year around.

Dr. Stephen Buckley, a local expert on ovarian cancer, is working with his staff and cancer patients to get the word out.

Here are the symptoms or signs of ovarian cancer:

* Abdominal pressure, fullness, swelling or bloating
* Urinary urgency
* Pelvic discomfort or pain
* Persistent indigestion, gas or nausea
* Unexplained changes in bowel habits, such as constipation
* Changes in bladder habits, including a frequent need to urinate
* Loss of appetite or quickly feeling full
* Increased abdominal girth or clothes fitting tighter around your waist
* Pain during intercourse (dyspareunia)
* A persistent lack of energy
* Low back pain
* Changes in menstruation

If any of these signs persist for weeks, call a doctor. 02 Oct. 09