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Adhesions
Has anyone had adhesions develop after their de-bulking surgery? If so, what symptoms did you have? Do adhesions show up on CT scans?
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Newly diagnosed
Dear friends, my mom went for a cat scan on January 31st after severe bloating. Cat scan revealed mass and two anortic anurisms. Biopsy revealed stage iv OC. Less than one week from learning all of this, my mom started strong chemo. She is unable to undergo surgery to relieve the pain because of the anurisms so we are…
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Twitching
I am where most of us have been or are at too, waiting for an exam later this week. It is not until Thursday. So, I am twitching. I am also jittery. My hubby just left on a business trip and won't be back until after the exam, so he can't distract me. Hell, he rarely seems to be there when the important things happen, so…
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Weekly cisplatin and daily oral etoposide is highly effective in platinum pretreated ovarian cancer
Pretty promising research. May be a good option for those seeking new treatment options... http://www.nature.com/bjc/journal/v86/n1/full/6600002a.html Abstract We investigated the potential of weekly cisplatin and daily oral etoposide followed by oral etoposide maintenance therapy in patients with platinum-refractory…
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Etoposide with Cisplatin and Avastin?
Hi there, My mother is about to start etoposide with cisplatin and avastin- wanted to see if anyone has had experience with this combination. This will be her 7th type of treatment in 2 years for uterine serious carcinoma (treated like ovarian). We are devistated that nothing has really worked to put her into long term…
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recurrent ovarian cancer
Just wondering if anyone can tell me what to expect. My mom Stage 3C ovarian cancer survivor is now recurrent cancer for the second time. She wants no more Chemo. She is 80 years old I'm not sure if I agree with this decision, but I will respect that it is hers to make. I'm just not sure what will happen here. I know we…
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side affects to gymzar
Im in my 10th year of ovarian cancer. I've many reacurrances. listen hair 5 x. i have a very positive attitude most of the time.
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WOW...am i bummed out
i went to one of the top rated gyn/onc in pittsburgh today to get a second opinion. i was diagnosed stage IV in aug of 2010...did 6 rounds of carbo/taxol....ned for at least 6 months...ca125 started climbing so did tamoxifen for 2 months...disease progression and high ca125 so did 2 rounds of topotecan...still progression…
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so good news after waiting 7months good news
I just want to thank you all for you prays, you know that I applied for AHCCS in August as soon as I was out of work. When I went into the DES office they would not even interview me becuase I had not children. Then about two weeks later I get another application stating I am eligable under the disability close they wanted…
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Post from Inspire....13 years NED
This was posted on the Inspire board. I know who much everyone loves to read these. She said, "I was diagnosed at Stage III-c on May 17, 1999. I am nearing my 13 year anniversary - dancing with NED - no recurrences. Thank God!"
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Happy second birthday
On Sunday I celebrated my second birthday since my dianosis. I invited 20 of my closest family and friends to a ladies' luncheon. This included my ninety-five and eighty-five year old aunts. On the invitaton I stated "no gifts please, just your presence." I received many cards, plants and balloons. I know some people feel…
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Inhibin Markers
I am posting for a friend - but am a 1 year breast cancer survivor myself. My friend is having Inhibin markers checked and her levels are rising. Does anyone have information on what numbers are high for inhibin? Is this a reliable marker? Are high levels typical of a reoccurance or can they be evidence of something else…
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Liver mets
Hi everyone, I hav just been told I need chemo for secondary cancers on my liver . I had Ovarian cancer in 2008 and have been in remission until now . anyone out there please ..I am in shock . also I feel abandoned to " just get on with it " On Carboplatin for six sessions I would appreciate any knowledge on this diagnosis…
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Still dancing with NED two year anniversary today
Exactly two years ago today I received my last chemo treatment. I am still dancing with NED, No Evidence Of Disease. Praise God from whom all blessings flow. I am feeling great and have all of my strength back now, have all my hair back also. It is so good to be alive and to be well. I count my blessings each day. Thank…
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Had some good news, I think and hope
Hi, went to see my oncologist today, started my 2 week chemo break from Hexalen. He said that my abdominal area felt softer than it has in the past, so I'm taking that as good news. Maybe my CA 125 wasn't that off when my pcp took it in Jan. It had gone from 26 to 15 which I thought was odd, but maybe, this particular…
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Done with treatment
Hello everyone, I wanted to share with all of you my news about treatment, it is done since 4 weeks ago and also my ct scan from last week came back CLEAR, I'm so thankful with God and all the people that pray for me every day, also my CA125 was -5.5. It took 9 months but the light of the end of the tunnel is there. If you…
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New to board - 25 year cancer survivor and disn't know I had cancer at time of hystorectomy! Now it'
Had hystorectomy when I was 24 due to endometreosis. Was told I had Pre cancerous cell growth. I was "cured" after hysterectomy. Now, 25 years later, I have ovarian cancer again, only now it is in my lymph nodes! Cancer showed itself in a lump near my collarbone. After a CT scan, Sonogram of arm (to rule out blood clot),…
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Molecular profiling reveals differences between primary and recurrent ovarian cancers
http://medicalxpress.com/news/2012-02-molecular-profiling-reveals-differences-primary.html
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Thyroid and now Ovarian
I had thyroid cancer ten years ago and last summer had zero tumor markers. Hooray! But now I found out my ca 125 is 76. After reading so much about ovca and this board I feel silly to be worried! Had ultrasounds yesterday and tomorrow get MRIs. Pelvic exam on Friday. Any one else had this low of ca 125? What was your…
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cancer free 9 years from dysgerminoma
Hi I just joined and when I was first diagnosed with stage 2 dysgerminoma Praise GOD I didnt have to have any type of treatment because it was all removed with surgery. there weren't any support groups around. I was 18 when I was first diagnosed. My Dr said dysgerminoma is very rare and rarely ever comes back. I would love…
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Counterfeit Avastin
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/02/14/counterfeit-avastin-roche-warning-cancer-drug_n_1277464.html
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Chemo not working and ca-125 up
I just found out today that my CA-125 has gone from 35 to 101 in 3 weeks. I just had my 6th round of taxotere/carbo for 2nd recurrence and it's no longer working. I was hoping to get some remission time from that combo as it always worked in the past. Will meet with my oncologist next week to discuss options. Possibly a…
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HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!
To continue MWEE's previous post. . . Happy Valentine's Day to all of you. HUGS & HEARTS TO ALL MY TEAL SISTERS! Monika
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Estrogen Inhibitors
I just completed my 8th and hopefully final round of chemo today. So I have a pleasant week to look forward to....(cough, cough, chuckle)! My oncologist is going to be putting me on Aromasin and Megace (estrogen inhibitors) and I would like to know if anyone else has taken this combination and how were the side effects. Is…
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Valentines and chemo
Happy Valentine's Day to all! I'm wishing this a day early for tomorrow is chemo day for me. Have I mentioned that my husband has just retired? It's wonderful for him, but it's super wonderful for me too. I can now wave my magic wand when the dog needs to go out :) ! Seriously, it's so much easier for me on those yucky…
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My only sister - reoccurring ovarian cancer
Some of you may remember me; I lost my husband to lung cancer in October. Now, my sister's ovarian cancer has returned and spread to her pelvic area and she has spots on the outside of her liver. She is my only sister and I am not ready to loose her after loosing my husband. I want to be positive for her because she is…
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Even when it isn't OVCA it still hurts when a friend is dying from cancer.
Hi Ladies. I have a friend who the end of January 2011 was believed to have ovarian cancer. Once they began her surgery last January, they realized they were not dealing with ovarian cancer, but rather a very rare type of I believe stomach cancer. It's extremely rare in the U.S., yet one of the top cancers seen in Japan.…
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neuropathy and B-12
Has anyone had injections of B-12 to help with neuropathy? My mom is having a rough time getting up from a chair and walking. She is now using a walker and is afraid to even go out and check her mail. She has one more treatment left this month of 6 rounds of carbo/taxol. This is due to a reoccurance. She didn't seem to…
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Resolving Insulin Resistance and Reducing Cancer Risk
Insulin resistance is a precursor to type II diabetes. It is a result of a diet high in sugars and carbohydrates. Essentially, the cells become resistant to the insulin that carries glucose into them. The cells are protecting themselves from too much glucose. In response to the elevated glucose in the blood - since the…
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Experience with carbo/gemzar?
Yesterday, my oncologist explained the results of my PET/CT scan. There are several (6 in all) nodes in my pelvic region and abdomen that are just beginning to glow. I was so thankful that there was no huge tumor necessitating more surgery - you know what the mind can do when you have six days before your appointment to…