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Gynecological Cancers (other than ovarian and uterine)
Archives for January 2011
Discussion List
Cervical / Uterine Blockage
Hey ladies, Can anyone give me some feedback? I went to the gyn/oncologist and they attempted to do an endometrial biopsy. They were unable to get to the uterus because something was blocking the entry. They tried poking this way, that way and another way........OUCH!!!! The cervix was bleeding pretty badly and they…
lymph node spots in lung on PET 3 yrs after cervical cancer
Hi! I am new to the board and scared out of my wits. I have been 3 years remission from stage 2b cervical cancer, but the doctor said at the time there was no lymph node involvemnt. Did 5 weeks of radiation, two rounds of interstitial radiation and 6 weeks of concurrent chemotherapy with cisplatin. Three years later, all…
Aromattherapy
Does anybody out there know anything about aromatherapy that will lessen the effects of nausea?
Aggressive Angiomyxoma (cancer of the vulvar)
I was Diagnosed with Aggressive angiomyxama about a year ago. Has anyone ever heard of this? I am curious about other treatment options I'm currently on harmone therapy Tamoxifen, one side effect is the unbearable hot flashes. Im in my early 30's, so not ready for this!
HOW IS BARTHOLIN GLAND CANCER STAGED?
When is it stage 1, 2 or 3? How do they tell?
BARTHOLIN GLAND CANCER / VULVA CANCER
Has anyone out there been diagnosed with Bartholin Gland Cancer / Vulva Cancer?
vulvar cancer questions?
Has anyone who had vulvar cancer get regular blood test. I know that people dx with other kinds of cancer receive blood test? I was just wondering b/c when I go for my check ups I just get a 5 min exam and I am on my way. Not that I am complaining or anything I just wanted to know if there was some more stuff out there.…
radiation therapy to pelvis and side effects
Hi I have colon cancer and recently had radiation therapy to my pelvis. I had my last radiation on Dec 22 and I'm now having an odorous (sorry if this is gross) discharge from my vagina, is this a side effect? Should i call my oncologist, radiation oncologist or gyn? Any help would be great. THanks!
Advanced Cervical Help
Hello all my wife (53) has advanced cervical (adenocarcinoma) stage 4B. I am struggling as the caregiver and she has been in bed for the 3-4 days, feeling very tired, pain on and off, not feeling well, she feels hungry but does not feel like eating anything. She gets home care 3-4 times per week, I dont know what to do…
New Year
Wishing everyone the best in the upcoming New Year!