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Get my scan in the morning
I get my scan in the morning if you all will pray for me. I am praying they will find no lymphoma and no cancer of any kind. Thanks in advance for praying Hugs Lynda
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Saw my dr. today. First recurrence after nine month complete remission.
cisplatin/taxol every 3 weeks for 6 rounds. He said he hopes he can put me back in remission. I am stage 3c clear cell. Any one had these drugs? What can I expect? Very upset and nervous, plus just MAD about it!!! Since my kids lost their dad two yrs. ago, I want to live to see my daughter finish college (Dec. '13), both…
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I Got My Scan Results
Doctor's office called this morning and the nurse told me my reslts. She said everything looked good. There was no cancer. We have an appointment for Friday morning and the doctor will go over them with us. She wanted to let me know to stop worrrying and that all was good Eileen
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Thanks for not forgetting me!
Dear Friends…..I am so sorry I let you all think I had just fallen off the face of the Earth. I don't mean to go all Jason Bourne on you guys, but I know from experience that hospitals and large oncology practices pay people to monitor forums like this one – and this one in particular – and therefore, I can’t be totally…
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The Mystery of Cancer
I found this talk by researcher Mina Bissell to be hopeful a new understanding of cancer
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Hi Val (poopergirl)
I'm sorry that you're having a rough patch. Run chemo #6 in to the endzone like your Buffalo Bills would. We're always right here for you. (((HUGS))) Maria
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First recurrence treatment?
Hi Ladies, I meet with my oncologist tomorrow to discuss his treatment plan. After nine months of complete remission, I have my first recurrence. I was first diagnosed in May '11. What drugs have any of you had for recurrence? Wonder if I will be given carbo/taxol/avaistan again? I'm just frustrated, discouraged, and…
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new meds
Hi all..It has been awhile since I have been able to post. I have been unable to take any chemo for almost 8 weeks now due to platelets being too low. I last had gemzar on June 7. I went to Florida to M.D.Anderson cancer hospital and met with Dr. Schimp. She was wonderful. I wanted a second opinion. I was dx'd in 4/11, had…
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Felicia_205
Has any one heard from Felicia? I thing see was due for a Pet scan and was in the hospital.
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Question
I don't have ovarian cancer, my dx was appendix cancer but had a scare in April thinking the cancer had spread to ovary so my right ovary was removed. Anyway, this surgery in April combined with the surgery last year on appendix/colon put me into menopause. Not on any hrt right now but started Remifemin about 6 weeks ago.…
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Organic Milk?
Hi Ladies, I do not use much milk, but I have been buying Wal-Mart brand of organic since my diagnosis last year. Is this truly organic? My sister said from what she understands it means only that chemicals were not used around the cows. Does it still contain hormones? Thanks for the info. Carla
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I hate this dispicable disease
It has taken so many precious lives and now Linda(Clamryn). I have been on this board for two years and have never known so many truly genuine, kind, loving and supportive women. My heart is breaking once again. As I said to Shannon, we already knew Linda was having a tough time but she still came to the board to give…
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Clamryn has passed away
Hello Ladies, I am here to complete one of my mothers last wishes. She asked that if something happened to her that I log-in and let everyone know. On June 19th, 2012 we went to the DR to get her latest PET scan results. The results were not good. Her spot on her liver had grown and the cancer had spread to her spine, her…
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Etoposide
There seems to be very little information about etoposide and almost no discussion. Even on the csn discussion boards few people have taken it and only one or two report what it was like. Is there anyone out there who has actually used it for any length of time? I am considering starting and would like to know what I am in…
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Surgical removal of the lymph node in neck confirms OVCA again...
As I posted last week I had a lymph node in my neck surgically removed last week. It came back OVCA. I will meet with my oncologist Monday as he is working on a treatment plan. I had 9 months of complete remission. I assume he will probably order another PET before I begin treatment. I HATE THIS DISEASE!! I am so thankful…
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Question for chemo grads
I finished my chemo 1 month ago today. I am doing very well and have gotten alot of my energy back. When I am tired I rest but I have noticed I don't need naps anymore... I have also noticed that my legs hurt once in a while. I have a mild case of neuropathy in my feet only. The left is worse than the right. I have noticed…
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Shaved My Legs Today :~)
Of all the places for the hair to grow back first. I was laying on the couch the other night watching tv with the family and my son who was sitting next to me (had my legs across his lap) rubbed my leg. He got all excited and said "Mommy you need to shave those legs" We all laughed... This is the second time. The first…
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Mweee Maria Question for you
In the years since you have beat ovarian cancer have you had any reoccurences? If so where did they pop up and how soon? How did they treat them? I hope you dont mind me asking. Im new here and just finished chemo a month ago for 3C... Thank you Eileen
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Clear cell ovarian cancer 3 3
I had clear cell cancer grade 3 stage 3. I have been out of treatment for1 year. I guess I am going through a fearful stage and looking for hope. When I get closer to my appointments I get scared.
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Bad News
They found a spot on my liver today.Ugh. Im in the hospital because I was supposed to start chemo today but they want to do a petscan first, so Ill start chemo in the morning. This is going to be a loooong night.
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Broke two toes
Well, my summer was off to a great start, with chemo break and all sorts of activities planned. WRONG!!!! I was getting dresssed after a fabulous day at the pool with my daughter and her classmates (special needs class) and lost my balance, fell onto my left foot, foot folded in half, I fell over in slow motioin, smashing…
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Can an ovarian cyst be linked to ovarian cancer or breast cancer?
I am 16 years old and I have had ovarian cysts since I was 13 when I first got my period. I had very heavy, painful periods that sometimes lasted for more than 8 days. My periods then became irregular and I had odd abdominal pain. My mother thought it might be my apendex so she took me for an ultra scan, I was 14 by then.…
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i'm sad
Just posting a vent today....I'm sad.... My whole life has changed since March. In the beginning I was strong...believing 18 weeks of chemo, I can do it!!!I work every morning and see my own patients. Then every afternoon I try to sleep or at least rest. I've changed my diet and eating habits. I have chickens now so that…
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Lisha's surgery today...great news!
The tumor was benign...NO cancer! Lisha's hubby called Sue (allmost60) on the lymphoma board and said she's going to be fine. They did a partial hysterectomy and won't need chemo for this. I just wanted to pass on this news to you ladies too. Thanks Beth
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Just venting...
I am having a bad day or week. My mom was in the hospital over the weekend. She had excruciating pain on her left hip. She asked me to take her to the hospital but we ended up calling an ambulance because there was no way she could get to the car or in it. She had a lot of tests and they determined it it bursitis. My mom…
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Live Strong Foundation
I went to my local Y to do some water aerobics,,,haven't been there in a very long time. My instuctor told me that in the fall they will have exercises for cancer patients as they received a grant from Live Strong Foundation. I encourage you to look into this at your local Y and see if they offer this. I have been wishing…
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Surgery tomorrow
Hi Ladies This time it really is true. I have to be at the hospital at 5:30 AM with the surgery start time of 7:30. I am glad to get going and get this out of me. I am feeling calm at the moment, but it's only now. Hopefully I can find and keep some degree of calm , at least till I have to leave for the hospital. I am…
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scary reaction to chemo pre-med... yikes!
A few months ago, my ONC added Amifostine to my pre-med regiment. It's a nasty little drug that makes me throw up and then have dry heaves immediately. The first time I took it, I swore I've never do it again, but it's worked wonders for my feet that have lots of nerve damage from so much chemo. Last Tuesday when I was…
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Scan Today
I have my cat scan at 9:30 today. I don't know why I am nervous. My doctor said this is just a formality and she is not expecting to find anything on this. she said that by my blood work results everyhting is good. I have to wait till 8/3 to get the results because she is on vacation. WHAT... 2 weeks.
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swelling
Just yesterday I noticed swelling in my feet up to my knees and hands. Up five pounds in four days, short of breath today. Also itchy...all over, but especially my hands and feet. I think I itch because of the swelling. This week my neutrophils have been too low for chemo, my Hb hangs around 10, my platlets are low normal…