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Going for 2nd chemo tomorrow
Going for 2nd infusion tomorrow of tax/carbo. Was just wondering if the side affects I had with # 1 will stay the same for treatment # 2? Do you get more side affects as you get further along in treatments? I am keeping a diary so I know which days I felt bad and how much medication I took on what day etc. Just wondering…
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Jan is NED~
Lets keep the good vibes going....I'm on the dancing game officially today, as just got home from doc...yeah! CT is clear and CA-125 is 4, same as when completed treatments last July. We spoke about my next visit being 4 vs. 3 mos, and we'll look at option of not doing CAT-scans unless my CA-125 is moving in wrong…
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Protein Powders--Consumer Reports Magazine Article July 2010
Everyone, I have been using two scoops a day of a Whey protein powder to help after chemo to rebuild. Per an article in Comsumer Reports Jul 2010, which my mom picked up for me, heavy metals have been found in many of the big name protein powders including arsenic, cadmiun, mercury and lead. The article notes that cadmium…
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new to the site
hey i am Lisa ... i am also on the semi colon (lol) site bc i have both kinds of cancer... i just had a full hysterectomy .. and am waiting to find out if i have Lynch syndrome... luckily my endrimetrial cancer was caught very early st 1 grade 1 ... i am having a tough time with this second cancer... its like i keep…
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Diane is NED!
After four doxil and avastin I am NED. I will stay on avastin for maintenance therapy. I hope to be able to enjoy more of the summer again. Just little bits of good news are such big good news for us! She is talking that we can go longer with this cancer with remissions and treatment with chemo. It is good news to me. I…
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Any gardeners out there?
Some of you may have read my 'seed box' story on one of my posts. The circle of life and death in a garden allows you to see how natural and inevitable death is for EVERY living thing, not just for us with cancer, but for all of God's living creations. As a life-long organic gardener, I gather the seeds of my plants each…
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Local Farmers - Organic
Since I'm getting more and more into organic fruits & vegies, I was wondering about purchasing from the local Farmer's Market and/or road-side stands. Do any of you shop in these venues, and if so have any pointers?. Should we "assume" (hate to use that word) they are okay with very little or no pesticides? Trying to get a…
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Taxotere & Doxil Question
Hi, I've been browsing this board for a few weeks and have found it very helpful. I've completed six rounds of Taxol/Carblotin chemo for recurrent endometrial cancer and need to stop the Taxol now because of worsening neuropathy in my feet. My doctor has suggested alternative drugs: Taxotere, Doxil, or Adriamycin. If…
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Rachel S RE: Northwest OH
First I am sorry to hear about your Mom. I did post a response to your inquiry under the Uterine Sarcoma thread but wanted to make sure you found me. I live near Toledo, OH and had my second opinion at OSU in Columbus, OH. Please let me know how I can help. Gods Peace.
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Had Third chemo Friday-notice I always sneeze more than usual the first week or so
HI all. Had my third chemo yesterday so I have finished my first phase of treatment. Phase 2 is radiation in 3 weeks, and phase 3 is 3 more chemos. Anyway, I always notice after each chemo I sneeze more. I mentioned ot my oncologist and he said that is unusual-my mom said to him that she notices I do as well. Wondered if…
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What is HE4 test I see mentioned
Is HE4 a blood test and what does it test for?
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diet and supplementation during the radiation
Hi everyone, I have uterine cancer stage 3a grade 2 and I had total hysterectomy March 23th this year, waiting for radiation. I wonder if there is anyone who can tell me what diet and supplements can help reduce the side effects of radition(early and late). If you had radiation without serious side effects, can you please…
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when you want the real scoop re: what's going on with you, ask your charge nurse!! (needle biopsy v
sisters, i went to the oncology center this afternoon to have my port flushed and ran into the charge nurse we'd befriended during my chemo--last one over 7 months ago. it was great to see her, and i thought to ask her re: having my slightly enlarged periaortic node biopsied. since my chart was right there, she took a look…
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Pelvic Radiation for Endometrial Cancer
I had a partial radical hysterectomy 3 weeks ago. Fortunately, the cancer had not spread to the lymph nodes and was removed. However, I will be having pelvic radiation five days a week for five weeks. I have the option of extending my medical leave from work (which is high stress) at full pay and benefits with no problem.…
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NEW RESEARCH: HER-2/neu overexpression in UPSC, and promising treatment with Herceptin
My chemo-oncologist said today that, with HERCEPTIN, HER-2neu overexpression is no longer the 'poor prognosis indicator' it used to be for endometrial cancers, and that he was confident he could get insurance approval to cover Herceptin for any UPSC patient who had assay pathology that showed HER-2neu overexpression. So,…
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Chemo Brain
Check out this article in May/June issue of ACS' New Connections.... The mental fog called chemo-brain is very real. http://www.newconnections-cancer.org/issue_33/01.html
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Great news!
Hi There, Wanted to share some great news with you all. My mom was diagnosed with Uterine Serous Carcinoma on Jan 20, 2010- One doctor says its 3C, the other says 4b- the reason being that she had distant lymph nodes involved- but her organs were spared. She had her surgery then started Chemo on March 4th. She started with…
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Jazzy Jan
Jan, When you had the tooth issue while pregnant, did doc give you antibiotics and for what period of time as you mentioned swollen lymph glands. I am very scared about this because they are not talking about root canal until week of 7/12 and they will be booking me for radiation stuff too, so I will have to coodinate…
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RESEARCH GRANTS TO BE AWARDED!!! Let's be heard, ladies.......
Opportunity is knocking.... I just got this email which announces $50K awards for 5 ovarian and 1 endometrial cancer research grants. I already emailed (see link below) requesting research on UPSC. I suggest that we let them know that we want research on this. And let your doctors know you want there help - maybe they know…
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Went to endodondist-need root canal-tooth infected-oncologist wants me to take antibiotics for 3-1/2
Went to endodondist today regarding that tooth and swelling issue. The tooth needs a root canal and is infected, but I have been on pencillin since Thursday night. The endodontist and my oncologist agreed to bump up my antibiotic (per endondist)to 500 mg four times a day, and hold off for 3-1/2 weeks to do root canal under…
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Update on Mom
I have to tell you all this - my Mom is 3 weeks postop today and she has been reading all the posts on this site and commenting on what wonderful women you all are and how caring you've been to me (her daughter). She is coming back to herself again and doing better each day. She was able to drive herself to the mall near…
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Janabeth
Was wondering do you have permanent lymphadema or were you inquiring regarding it?
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Question for Cacowgirl
Just wondering how you are doing-saw a post you are going to see your oncologist. Did you decide to move forward with chemo? Do you know what your CA125 was post surgery? Peace and healing.
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To Ro10 and all about swollen glands and tooth
I am so worried about the swollen glands and tooth issue. When I saw my cancer doc Friday I thought it was just tooth swollen and wanted to know what to do. He preferred no dental til start radiation. However, I know if a tooth is absessed or infected that can be bad and get out of hand too. He put me on penicillin and…
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What type of follow-up exams and scans are you receiving after treatments?
Diagnosed last year with uterine adenocarcinoma stage 3C. Having completed all my treatments last July my next 2 years doc informed me would be every 3 months, blood work (watching closely the CA 125) and CT-scan. All plans were in place until I read the news about the high-radiation from CT-scans. Convinced my doc to do…
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Spices Play Role in Reduced Cancer Risk
Since we're in the peak of BBQ season I thought this article would enlighten others as it did me. Also, my nutritionist told me to only cook on grill meat/fish which is marinated,due to what happens to the meat during high temp cooking using coals. ---------------------------------------------------- Quick overview of…
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Chicken Pox
Hello Ladies... My youngest son has Chicken Pox...I had them in third grade (seems like a lifetime ago, but I remember it well!).... My last Chemo was on May 5th...Do I need to still be concerned more than anyone else? Would I still be considered immuno suppressed at this point??? Laurie
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uterine cancer and lymphedema
I would like to hear from uterine (endometrial) patients who have permanent lymphedema. Did anyone hear that lymphedema is a risk of endometrial cancer surgery? Did anyone hear that lymphedema is a risk of endometrial cancer radiation? Thanks, Janabeth
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Newly diagnosed UPSC
Hello Amazing Ladies, I have been skulking around this discussion board for the past month being totally awed and inspired by your journeys. My mother-in-law, aged 69 and otherwise in perfect health was diagnosed with UPSC grade 3 on May 10th after a biopsy done due to minimal bleeding that had persisted over several…
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CA125 Question
What is a good CA125 number? Does the CA125 ever go to zero, or does everyone have some kind of number, preferably, very low? Thank you and peace and healing to all!