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Ovarian Cancer

Archives for May 2011

Thank you Carlene! You are the Angel!
You snapped be back to reality a bit when I got your text. For some reason, I have been more depressed, aggravated and angry since I was diagnosed 8/2006. I’m just fed up with all the surgery & treatments. Physically, I have bounced back ok and function like I live a full life (NOT) because I work full time but that’s just…
OVCA Vaccine Trial (FANG™) in Dallas
http://mccrc.clinisite.com/index.php?q=node/693 My wife is looking into this trial after her Taxol maintenance regimen concludes this Summer. I don't know if MD Anderson kept a large enough sample of her tumors. Do any of you know if it is common practice to "ice" the tumor specimens after surgery?
My 1 year cancer free anniversary is tomorrow 5-28
My one year anniversary of being cancer free is tomorrow 5-28 I am so happy to be able to live another year and to still be in remission, I give God all the glory. Hugs Lynda
Question...scratching head
I was debulked and show "technically" cancer free. The PET scan was clear yet I am too have chemo. Is this regular...normal...any good? I thought the goal was to be at this stage with no more treatment to live a "normal" life?!?!!?
a question regarding hair loss during recurrent ovc
I wanted to ask for anyones personal experience/opinion. I am starting treatment for recurrent ovc. During my initial trtmt, I never shaved my head. I had it cut really short before treatment, then when it started to fall out it was gradual...clumps now and then. I just wore hats and scarves to cover and contain any…
Nancy591
I pray for all my sisters but want to shout out to Nancy591 today. I hope you are feeling more comfortable. Mary
Feeling a little sad today :(
I am feeling rather sad today regarding my Mom. I wonder why so many others are getting better and Mom is not. I got to peek at her CA 125 numbers last month before she started the doxil. After 21 treatments her numbers are still 5000+ and the lowest they ever were was 3000+. She deserves to be well and not to have this…
Its Over
Mom is gone..omg....i can't even begin ... omg...
CAAT diet for cancer therapy
I found some fascinating information on dietary amino acid restriction in cancer therapy on the following web site: http://www.apjohncancerinstitute.org/index.htm CAAT = Controlled Amino Acid Therapy (amino acids are the building blocks of protein). The CAAT diet appears to be founded on some legitimate research. I am very…
Hissy_Fitz on Dr. Oz
I saw a familiar face in the Teal Ribbon intro to the Doctor Oz show that's on right now-will we have a feature about her?
What is up with all the old threads???
Dear CSN members... If you are tempted to respond to some ancient thread that you found while searching the site, please take a minute to make sure you aren't resurrecting photos and comments from members who have passed away. It's very painful for some of us, and very creepy, as well, to log on and see what appears to be…
Monika (Mopar) deserves an award
As far as I can tell, Monika is one of the longest surviving members of this discussion board. God bless you, Monika, for enduring the loss of so many members & still staying in touch. I read your post where you doctor wouldn't say you were in remission (over 7 years ago) and you are still here. Yay! for you, girl! I'm…
Almost there.....
Mom's breathing has slowed down.....she is sleeping peacefully.....I don't feel anyone coming to get her...I don't feel God.....I don't want her to be alone as she moves on to the other world....we are here for her on this side...but I am fearful there isn't anyone on the other waiting for her.....I had no idea I would…
Sick
I am sick. I have diaphrea and nausea. I am on Avastin every 3 weeks. I think it might be the flu. What can I take. I was up all last night and today. It is not stopping. Help please Linda
Update.....no new food products today....
Dearest Dearest Ladies: Thank you all for your wonderful responses to my last post...It has been a grueling few days....Mom finally has 24 hour care and seems to be resting comfortably for now....with lots of medication.....she is surrounded by her loving family and grandchildren, who she loves dearly....She continues to…
Opinions please
Hi all, I have been lurking around for a while now and posted a few times, I have been amazed and humbled by so many on here, such strength and determination and such love and care for others. The reason I am asking for peoples opinions is this........ My lovely mum has recently finished chemo and had good results from…
Ovarian Cancer Stage IV
Myself don't have cancer but my friend has. She is only 37 years old and was diagnosed on 29 April 2011 with stag IV ovarian cancer. She is already admitted into Palliative Care and is growing weaker by the minute. I don't understand it. Reading other peoples stories it seems that hers was caught at the end and there is…
Any kind of financial help for international ovca patients???
Hello all My mom was just diagnosed with ovca. She lives in Nepal, Southeast Asia. I am the youngest daughter and I have been living in the US for 8 years. Her doctor has asked her to come coming Thursday to discuss about staging of her cancer and the treatment options. I have asked my sister who lives in Nepal to send me…
Latest message from Nancy
Nancy sent me a long text this evening. She told me I could post it for all of you. Wanted to let you know I am feeling much better. Fluid has lessened around my feet and groin. I had a cath placed into my abdomen to drain it. I am scheduled for lupron next month and hope to be ready for a new chemo regimen the following…
newly diagosed
I was diagnosed in april. I had cancer in both ovaries and in my uterus. I was tld at first that it was just a tumor the blood test came back neg. Dr done a hystorectomy and found the cancer. I start chemo next week and I am scared to death. I am moody and out os sorts is this kind of reaction normal. any suggestions on…
Some Good news
We saw the doctor with mom this afternoon and he said it looks as though she has had a delayed reaction to the chemo. The ascites was drained almost 4 weeks ago and has not come back!!! He was so pleased and I cannot even tell all of you the small seed of elation that started to form in my chest. I know this cancer is…
Sister Diagnosed with OVCA Stage 3C in Dec. 10
Hi everyone. I have been poking around this board since this past December but only joined today. My younger sister Karen (46 years old) was diagnosed with stage 3C ovarian cancer on Dec. 4th 2011. She is being treated at MSKC in NYC. Because of the extent of the disease on diagnosis, she started with 3 rounds of…
Just diagnosed with ovc, need advice
Hello all I cannot stop crying ever since I got a phone call about my mom"s ovarian cancer. My parents live in Nepal, south east Asia. Mom had the surgery done for biopsy but the physician has asked my mom to return to the hospital in couple of days to discuss what stage it is and may be some treatment option. I"m really…
Stage IV second opinion
Hello All! Wondering about my diagnosis: Pathology of plueral fluid, diffuse omental stranding on CT, CA 125 3100 No biopsy No ultrasound pelvic. (does this seem right?) I just got a PICC port today and start chemo tomorrow. Today is the first time anyone sat down and spoke with me about what to expect. At diagnosis, both…
Ca125 up- Dr wants to keep the chemo going??
How long do you continue the same chemo even when your ca125 is going up?? My onc. wants to continue with the same low dose avastin/taxol, even when the past 2 months my ca125 is up from 27 to 35 to 43. Dont you see a trend here? I had a cat last month which showed improvement from last years. There is a questionable…
Wings Coming Soon
It is with deep sadness that I write to let you all know that Mom's wings are on their way...I hear they are going to be all different colors of blue...with turquoise and aqua....and lots of sapphires........I really don't have much more to say except that I hope her suffering is over soon...I predict that she will leave…
Update ----Hospice vs. Visiting Nurses and weight gain.....
10:20am East Coast Time....I arrive to Mom not being able to swallow pills, she has the dry heaves, and she is very nauseaus...extreme pain and inability to even get to bathroom with help......Sister called the organization the doctor signed us into last week (visiting nurses), and until doctor approves it, we cannot be in…
Bad Bad Bad Bad
Mom cannot swallow anything anymore...we need drops for under her tongue for pain (which we don't have)...she also needs a pain patch (which we don't have)...she cannot eat and is barely drinking.....My sister is going to call tomorrow for hospice nurses (vs. visiting nurses).....I suggested she call switchboard tonight,…
TEST FOR DIM?
Some time ago when we were discussing different homeopathic/nutritional supplements we all take, someone mentioned that there is a recommended blood test to take before you start taking DIM, which is anti-estrogen. If someone recalls what this was, or if you're the person who posted the info, can you post it again? Thanks…
Our AWOL sisters have checked in.....
I have heard from Annie (Annecris), Joanie (JLoe), and Marty (Mawty) and am pleased to report that they are all doing well. Annie, as I posted elsewhere, is busy planning her wedding, where she will be dancing a special dance with NED. Marty, who has had 2 1/2 years of chemo so far, is feeling great, too. She may have to…

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