Ovarian Cancer
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Ovarian cancer
Please any information would be so helpful. My mom was diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer two months ago. We went to a specialist who recommended chemo before debulking ( has anyone had this?) she had one round of chemo and she began to fill with fluid which we were told was normal. She went to get blood tests before…
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Any suggestions for my mom's very bad night sweats (Stage 4) and sleep deprivation?
Hi everyone: My mom is in Stage 4 ovarian cancer and in hospice care. She's a 7-year survivor, but her cancer became unresponsive to chemo, so now we are in an end-of-life situation. My question relates to her comfort. She has bad night sweats and is unable to sleep much. Her hospice nurse hasn't suggested anything,…
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My moms a fighter but I'm scared
In August 2012 my world fell apart when I got the news my mom was diagnosed with stage 2 ovarian cancer. At first I was convinced everything was just going to be okay because she's so strong. But over the course of a few months she started chemo and her legs along with her stomach started to bloat and fill with water and…
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How is everyone doing
Have not been to this board for awhile just checking to see how everyone is doing
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BRCA1 BRCA2 mutations decision
Hi everyone. I've been reading the posts and have decided to join for some advice from fellow travelers. At 41, (17 years ago) I was diagnosed with triple negative, Her2neu negative, stage 2 invasive breast cancer. I had a lumpectomy followed by 6 rounds of CMF and 35 radiation treatments. I went straight into menopause…
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Thanks for your warm welcomes when I joined this discussion board.
Again, I want to say thanks to all of you who took the time to welcome me. Our place is very pretty with a park like yard. We hay and rent pastures for cattle, no farm animals of our own. We are a half mile back from the road, our nearest neighbour is a half mile away. Our view of the Rockies IS awesome. It was ok when I…
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Update on Update
Hi ladies (& gents) Just thought I'd let you know that I am due to undergo bilateral mastectomy & DIEP reconstruction on 12 Oct (still having a fight with my private med insurance to cover this in full - I do need the extra stressssss NOT!!!) Anyway here's to a flat tummy and pert boobies. the good news is that my doc…
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Hello! Question about BRCA/Genetic Testing
Hello everyone! First, i have been reading through some of these posts and am in awe of the support here! I guess I should explain a little... I am 27 year old woman with no children. I have been diagnosed with ovarian cysts in the past (age of 15) but have been on birth control consistently for the past 3 years. I have a…
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Dr. Laura Shawver Featured on The Burrill Report Podcast
The Burrill Report: Bringing Personalized Medicine to Ovarian CancerMatching the right drug to a particular patient's tumor type, though increasingly common in treating certain types of cancer, is not yet the norm for ovarian cancer patients. The Clearity Foundation is trying to change that by providing ovarian cancer…
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Marriage and Cancer Survival
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2430365/Marriage-improves-cancer-survival-rate-20-BETTER-chemotherapy.html This is not a joke. It's an actual Harvard study. Someone used cancer research money to collect this statistics. Next time I have to go on chemo, I'll say "no thanks, my husband is already making me…
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Buzzzzzzzzzz
I have decided to keep my buzz cut. It's been a couple of months since my last chemo and my hair is slowly filling in. It is quite sparse in the front. I want to let it all fill in and then have my hairdresser buzz it. Not having hair did not bother me initially or the second time. I actually found it rather freeing. I…
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Shoes for neuropathy..
Have neuropathy is my feet because of chemo. Am having a hard time finding shoes that feel good. Any suggestions ? Thanks
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Strength and Humor, Alexandra
Dear Alexandra I just want to say that I hold you close in my heart and send you hope and huge hugs. Your strength and your humor will see you through. I am here for you, we are all here for you.. (((Hugs))) Lisha
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windybill-Good to see you back on here
Even if sad news got you here. Carlene was one great lady . So hows you Mom doing? And you of course. hugs kats
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started with CA 25 of 4,ooo anyone else with such high numbers & status of those of you with single-
I’ curious about those of you with a CA 125 in single digits - Have U had your debulking& are you in remission? My numbers have been very high. 4,000 – in May before any chemo. 1,700- after first chemo 500 – after all three ofcarboo/taxal the first round. 250 – after first of second round. Large but going in the right…
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Today is my three year "cancerversary"
It's hard for me to believe but it's been three years since I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. What a rollercoaster ride this has been! I'm grateful to be alive and NED and I'm so appreciative of the supportive and love from you ladies. I pray for you all daily. Hugs, Kelly
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don't know what to title this
I will make this as short as possible. I went for my second opinion last Tues. The first clinic I went to did not send the imaging to the second clinic in time for the appointment. The 2nd clinic discussed my symptoms and finding of the first clinic's written radiology report of tvultrasounds. She said that I feel pain…
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Need Suggestions and help for ovarian cancer
Hi, We live in india. My mother was diagnosed with IIIc ovarian cancer in Oct 2011. She underwent 6 cycles of chemo on carboplatin/mitotax and then surgery after that. It recurred again after 3 months, then she was operated again and then this time, underwent 6 cylces of chemo on lipodox which ended in Apr, 2013. Her ca…
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Good news to share
My latest PET/CT scan was clean, my CA125 is 4, so after a year of Carbo/Gemzar maintenance, I was told at my recent appointment - NO MORE CHEMO! (At least for the time being). So cross everything possible that this holiday with NED lasts longer than the 7-month one I had between the end of my front-line treatment and my…
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Doxil and Prozac
Hi All My wife is 6 years since first diagnosis of OVCA stage 3c. She has just finished Gemzar+Carbo+Avastin (3rd chemo course) with continueation of Avastin for 3 more cycles and the CA-125 has been clibing for the last 2 month to 600. So the Docs have decided to start her on Doxil. I have found out from previous posts…
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"Fight Like A Girl" Song with Lyrics by BomShel
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wRWZ1A-CbJA
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Operating Room of the Future
Whatever you're doing, take 6.5 minutes and watch this amazing video http://www.youtube.com/embed/IfJemqkby_0?rel=0>
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intro from a newbie
Hi all I’ve been lurking & joined a few weeks ago - I couldn’t figure out how to post a new topic- a few nights ago I found chat & people there told me how- I want & need to get active & involved on this site.I am 61 with 2 grown daughters- previous hysterectomy due prolapse – doc the left ovaries in due to age: hot…
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Ovarian Cancer Survivor Wages Fight of Her Life
http://shine.yahoo.com/healthy-living/ovarian-cancer-survivor-wages-fight-of-her-life-205123518.html
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Cr 125
Well my mom who is 83 just finished her 3 rounds of taxol. At the end of each of the rounds cr 125 scores were 62 t0 59 to 66 to 77 and I am expecting this last test to be at 90 or more. Prior to the taxol she was on taxol avastin her test scores were 310 to132 to 77 to 62 then she had a seizure and went in to the…
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Just thought I'd let you know
Hi guys just thought I'd give you all an update on my 'journey' As some of you may be aware I was dx with breast ca in 2000 had lumpectomy and chemoradiotherapy and have been having regular 6 monthly checks ever since all been ok up till now - just been dx with DCIS (ducal carcinoma in situ) thankfully this is PRE cancer…
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Alexandra, thinking of you
Hi Alexandra, I just wanted to say that I am thinking of you and sending you sweet gentle hugs. I'll keep you close tomorrow as you have your biopsy. Strength and Humor Lisha
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Totally pathetic question!
Hi people - I KNOW this is a ridiculous & pathetic question but HOW do I get my CSN picture the right way round??? It's driving me nuts!!!! Michelle x
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Strides for Hope
Hugh Jackman and my husband walked with me. All the women at my gyno-oncology office were there, too! Beautiful morning! Grateful to be able to enjoy it all.
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Happy Saturday - some medical funnies