``I was shocked, shocked to think that I could have cancer too,'' said Ms Chamberlain, who was diagnosed at age 45.

The Orangeville resident had the cancer removed in March 2006.

Now 50, Ms Chamberlain said she had a blood test every six months to determine her status ``because you don't really know''.

``The symptoms are vague so the only way to confirm it is through the blood test.''

Ms Chamberlain is speaking out during February's Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, to encourage women who feel any changes in their body to consult their GP sooner, rather than later.

One of the founding members (along with her sister Catherine Potter) of the Eggtober Foundation, Ms Chamberlain urged women to be persistent.

``The symptoms are so vague and the doctors aren't always on the ball about it either,'' she said.

``Get a second opinion if you aren't satisfied.''

To donate to the Eggtober Foundation, visit www.eggtober.com.au or Westpac BSB: 032710 AC: 140223.

The Narellan Chemmart Pharmacy is raising funds this month for ovarian cancer with a cake stall every Wednesday and Friday. The pharmacy at Narellan Town Centre is hoping to raise at least $1000.