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Ovarian Cancer

Archives for February 2009

reacurrance maybe?
I have a vaginal and rectal exam every three weeks by my gyn onc because of being on the avastin clinical trial. yesterday during the exam he hit a sore spot and said it feels like I might have a tumor or something on the tip of my vagina I answered with( but I don't have a vagina anymore )needless to say the nurse and him…
3rd recurrence... Has anyone been treated with only Gemzar?
Hello again... I was diagnosed in May 2006. I had 6 rounds of Paclitaxol,and then a recurrence only a few months after finishing the chemo. My Dr. then put me on IP Chemo (Cisplatin). I was able to handle 5 of those treatments. Well, I was only in remission for about 4 or 5 months when I got that distinctive "bloating"…
CA-125 Up
Hi, I've been so upset, I just got my last reading after my 5th treatment of Doxil and it went from 34 to 45.6. The doctor was suppose to give me a break after I finished my last treatment of Doxil but I wonder. I'm going to have a Ct Scan on March 4th.I feel like I will never see remission. I've been on chemo non stop…
Help with Neuropathy
Hi. My name is Patti and was diagnosed with stage 111 Ovarian Cancer in May of 2007. I am now in remission but suffering from neuropathy that is so bad i am unable to drive. Any suggestions to help the neuropathy. I am currently taking neurotin. I cant stand the numbness in my feet and hands and I dont think alot of people…
What steroid do you get for chemo?
Hi ladies, I am just regaining my strength from my chemo cycle. I had gemzar on Feb 9th followed by cisplatin on the 11th. My goodness! the cisplatin knocked me down. I had extreme nausea and vomiting in spite of the steroids and anti-nausea. I was in the hospital for a week. I have a question for all of you veterans, what…
Ports
Hello everyone, Congratulations to all of you that are having successes with fighting this horrific disease. You give the rest of us so much hope and encouragement. Tomorrow I will be finally getting a port (after almost 5 yrs), and am feeling very nervous for some reason. I would really appreciate hearing your stories,…
I talked to my oncologist and the tumor is there
I went and met with Dr. Li yesterday and asked her questions. She looked back in the chart and read the Sept. report that said all was clear. Then she read the January report and was puzzled as I am. She caledl the radiologist that read the report and he was being sent the films and would get back to her. She called a…
Long Week
Hi Everyone, this has been a very long week. Thought I wasn't getting sick from this time only to run 103.1 fever by Thursday night, then Friday started other colon/rectal problems and continued through Saturday. Oh what a body goes through to survive both the cancer and treatment. :-) Anyway I have managed to keep up with…
Take Care, My Lady Friends
Friends, Just letting you know that I will be thinking of you all (not all the time, but some of the time) and praying for you in general as we leave for Galveston, Texas for the week. Take care and hope to read all your good reports when we get back. Love you all, Libby ☺ ♥
CA 125
Well Ladies my CA 125 went up again it is now 240. I have only had one round of Hexalen(14 days) I started the second round this past Wed. hopefully they will not continue to rise. This medication seems to make my insides go wild and I have cried more in the past month than I ever have. I can usually shut down, but this…
Estrogen and wrinkles
Ladies, I did look up past comments and did not find what I am wondering. Most of us on this discussion board have had a hysterectomy (total) I would assume. My question is what do you do about NO estrogen being produced in your body with no ovaries and what about wrinkles on the face, joints not lubricated, etc. etc. Do…
I'm a newbee in need of support
Hello, My name is Barbara and I was diagnosed with Stage 4 B Peritoneal/ Ovarian cancer last year. I had surgery and a grocery list was removed from me, but Praise God it was not in any of my lymph nodes or vital organs. I went under chemo for 6 treatments and was clear for 7 months. In september my numbers began climbing…
The Blues
Okay ladies, I've got the blues. Not those blues, but the Blues that you see on those Highmark insurance commercials.My insurance coverage ended on January 1, because I have been unemployed since October of last year. So, simple girl that I am, I thought you could get a medical card. No such luck, my unemployment is too…
My Mom´s time has come
I`m so so sad, frustrated, don´t have words to express the pain I feel right now. My Mom has been in the hospital the past 14 days with an intestinal blockage due to the cancer implants. She has a tube from her nose to her stomach to drain the fluid accumulated, Her abdomen is bloated like if she were 5 months pregnant.…
Low platelet count, so chemo postponed for 2nd time. Anyone else have this?
I don't have ovarian cancer, but none of my UPSC Sisters have experienced the same challenge I've been having with my chemo. I know that some of you have experienced delays in scheduled chemo and could advise me. I am supposed to be getting 6 rounds of paciltaxol/carboplatin every 3 weeks, and have 4 rounds in me to date.…
Great News!
My MIL was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2005. She is taking another round of chemo now. (not so great news) However..she had the BRACA 1 & 2 tests. She tested positive in the BRACA2. My DH and I have two grown daughters we, of course, were very concerned about inheriting the BRACA2 gene. My DH had his BRACA2 test and…
Hi Ladies...
I haven't been on the computer in a couple of weeks so I just got done reading all the posts and I have a few things I'd like to say. Libby: CONGRATS on getting your hair cut and colored. I bet you are looking fabulous! Bonnie: Sorry I missed your birthday - belated birthday wishes to you! And what wonderful news on being…
♥HAPPY ♥VALENTINE'S♥DAY♥
Just wanted to stop by and wish you all a happy valentines day. Hugs ♥ Prayers Bonnie “Even when I'm sick and depressed, I love life.”
Dysgerminoma
I am hoping to get in contact with other people who have done the BEP treatment. I finished in June and am looking for support.
WOOHOO!!
Got the result of my ct scan and ca 125 today.....CA125 down from 8 to 6 and ct scan is clear.....first real test since I finished chemo in Oct 2008. ~Joan
New scan report
I saw the gyn/onc/surgeon today and we high fived. The scan showed no change, still clear since Oct. The Femara is holding the cancer cells back. The CA125 is stable at 50 and does not concern him. He did not even do a pelvic, since there was no change. He was not concerned with the cold that I am fighting. Aren't doctors…
Dancing with Stable
Dear Friends, I am happy to post that it appears the cancer stayed stable the past 4 weeks. My tumor markers did not go up :-) I know that doesnt' absolutely mean none of tumors grew but it does mean that it is not making microscopic cancer cells. I had Gemzar yesterday and started back on the Nexavar this morning, the…
Finishing Chemo on Thursday!
Hi : I am new to this board. I am so glad that I found it because I have so many questions. In October I had a total hysterectomy because I had a tumor on my left ovary. I was diagnosed then with Stage 1 ovarian cancer. On Thursday I will have my sixth and final Chemotherapy treatment. I am very anxious about it. I am so…
Angela - a fighter to the end.
It is with the greatest sadness that Angela lost her 15 month battle with Ovarian Cancer early this morning aged 35. She passed away on the 10th February at 5am at the Vincent Pallotti Hospital in Cape Town in relative comfort and piece with me by her side. She will be sorely missed by everyone that knew her. We just all…
Question about BRACA2 positive
If a woman in her 30's tests positive. She has the hysterectomy. Will that keep her from getting the cancer? How do we know that the cells won't go to another organ if the ovaries are not there? Sorry, I know this is probably another silly question. However, this is just so new to us. Thank you again for your help. God…
Surgery
Good Afternoon Ladies, My sister had her surgery this morning at 7:30. When they said she was in recovery after less than an hour I knew that it all went well. Praise the Lord that the doctor said everything looked good. Of course we will have the path report, but considering she has the BRAC2 mutation like me, I am just…
Cisplatin/Gemzar
I just returned to Japan from surgery in the US (second debulk) and will be going on cisplatin/gemzar at the end of the week. I have heard so many negative reports about the combo. Just wondering if anyone did not have harsh side effects? I am bracing myself and at the same time trying to relax. How do you do both? I have…
Constipation and fluid
My MIL started her chemo this last Thursday. (this is her 3rd relapse) Earlier in the week she had over 2 liters of fluid taken off her abdomen. Yesterday she was weak and very constipated. Is this normal? What can she do to prevent this constipation? Also, is the fluid normal too? Thanks for any words of wisdom. God…
Jan - Hexalen
Jan, How is the Hexalen going for you? Any side effects? How often and how long will you be on this? Hugs, Libby
It's my Birthday
Hey I made it to another birthday! Pretty amazing huh, had to laugh on Tuesday my son said mom you sure have aged this past year or so. :-) We were looking through pictures and oh boy the chemo and disease does show when you look back. I should post a new picture but love this one too much. It is a couple years old now. So…

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