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How much chemo?
After I was diagnosed in May 2009 with endometrial adenocarcinoma, I underwent radical hysto surgery followed by removal of 12 lymph nodes (2 positive), had three rounds of carboplatin and 28 external radiation sessions. Now, I'm going over all the posts here again and wondering about only 3 rounds of chemo. I have an appt…
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7 weeks post op (Da Vinci surgery) and belly button is bleeding
I had a total hysterectomy 7 weeks ago after being diagnosed with uterine cancer. My recovery has gone well. Four weeks after my hysterectomy, I underwent total hip replacement (I am 2 1/2 weeks out from the hip surgery). Yesterday was the first day that I wore pants that zipped and buttoned, and I noticed late in the day…
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My version of Auld Lang Syne
May all diagnoses be forgot and not recur again May treatments, tests, and all the rest be done by this year’s end For all of us who’s sick of it let’s conquer all our fears And we'll sing a song of N.E.D. For many happy years Just really want to wish all of you and pray that all have a happy and healthy New Year. Kathy
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Pneumonia, sinus infections & uti
Hi all, I do hope you all had a Merry Christmas. I consider myself quite blessed since I was diagnosed on 12/22 with pneumonia, a sinus infection and a urinary tract infection and did NOT have to be hospitalized since my white count and Leviquin were able to fight the infections. Had a follow up with my primary doc this…
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My first post - to thank all of you for giving me strength and the will to fight this darned disease
Brief (!) diagnosis history: Sept 2001: D&C for abnormal bleeding - diagnosed as hyperplasia with atypia(? cancer) Oct 2001: TAH/BSO - no cancer found - declared cured - no further treatment required! Dec 2007: abnormal bleeding - scanned, biopsied and diagnosed as vaginal vault recurrence (adenocarcinoma, Grade 1) -…
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Questions on CA125-can it fluctuate up and down alittle bit after chemo is completed
Friends, I had another bloodtest today and had them toss in a CA125 cancer marker test, since it has been just shy of two months since my last chemo and I have these thyroid nodules to be investigated now. My CA125 number has been 5 since August after radiation, and remained 5 after chemos 4/5/6. My CA125 is now 7. Is that…
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Endometrial Cancer DX 12/21/10, Have Questions, High Risk
54 yrs. old DX: Endometrial Cancer (Grade 2) on 12/21/10 via D & C with Hysterscope. Symptoms: Vaginal bleeding/Ovarian pain 10/23/10. Status: 2 years post menopause. Tests: Transvaginal Ultrasound showing thick endometrial lining 9mm plus Uterine mass. Scheduled for complete hysterectomy in 2 weeks, including uterus,…
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Anti hormone therapy for endometrial Ca
Hi, as my estrogen and progesterone are high, the docs are suggesting anti hormone therapy. Did anyone have this? What are side affects? Thanks, Sara Zipora
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Mom newly diagnosed grade 3 stage 4 endometrioid adenocarcinoma
Been lurking here over the last few weeks as our family has begun to come to terms with our mothers dx. It's been a blessing reading through so many wonderful stories of hope. My mom begun with some spotting and cramps in the late summer and into Oct was her first trip to the Dr when she realized things weren't right. Some…
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Chemo tomorrow & 1st CA125 since I started carboplatin
I've played it out both ways in my mind, trying to prepare myself for the results of the CA125 I'll get taken pre-chemo tomorrow morning (& have the results on Thursday.) It's evident that CA125 is a very good marker for me; faithfully rising with each instance of disease progression. I desparately need my CA125 to DROP…
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do have recurrence, but not as bad as i feared
sisters, got the results of my ct/pet scan yesterday and thought it would light up like a xmas tree. it didn't, but i do have 4 small, new cancer sites, none on any vital organs, fortunately. one is pressing up against my urethra, however, so that if it gets bigger, it could impede my peeing, and cause damage to my kidney,…
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i thought i was done with this
Hey everyone... first alittle back ground Dx. St 4A colon june.07.. resection done.next day Chemo.on.& off.til dec 09. 14 mths. total liver resection feb 10 During the check.up after surgery .. found. a huge cycst on my ovary All! lower@ female parts gone june 10 Dx st 1 grade 1 endometrail cancer I just had a clean Pet &…
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To Susafina
Sue, So, I am curious. Since your head and neck doctor want to remove your thyroid, but your fine needle biopsy was negative, why does the doctor still want to remove it. What timeframe was agreed upon to have reviewed? You also mentioned you are taking the wait and see outlook. If you are taking the wait and see, then why…
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Being referred to thyroid surgeon for evaluation of enlarged thyroid and nodules
Friends, I am scared. Got a call from my oncologist's nurse today and since they don't handle thyroids, and my oncologist reviewed the results from thyroid ultrasound, he wants to refer me to a thyroid surgeon for evaluation. I thought normally people see Endocrinologists for this? I will probably need more tests first, so…
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Hope everyone had a nice holiday
Friends, Hope everyone had a nice holiday.
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what not to say to cancer patient
While this advice is couched in terms of caregivers fro parents with cancer, I feel it is still worthwhile. I read it when dealing with my best friend who was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer and have referred it to other friend.Also no whaving better understanding of chronic cancer and multiple treatments, I find it of…
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Patsplace
Hi. I was looking for threads about thyroid issues and found a past posting of yours I believe. It mentioned thyroid showing activity on a pet scan. Was that when you had the biopsy and it showed up non-cancerous? Thank you. Hugs, Cindy
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FUZZYTROUBLE-I miss the latest on the confusion of your scan and biopsy
I was looking but did not see anything on the update. Please let me know how you are doing. hugs and comfort. J
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Metastatic endometrial cancer
I am horrified by what I am faced with. My stats: I am 66, not overweight, I exercise a lot, and do a lot of physical activities, like riding my horse, and jogging. In Jan 2010 I had a daVinci Hysterectomy to remove my Uterus, Ovaries, Tubes, and Cervix, although my biospy only indicated endometrial cancer. My Gyno/Oncol…
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Cancer not responding to Carbo/Taxol on initial treatment plan?
Mom had her 5th Carbo/Taxol treatment after clear CT in Oct and lowering CA125 only to find out this week that she has a recurrence in the pelvic lymph nodes (found out as she had abdominal pain and found out that a swelling lymph node was pressing on her ureter). Obviously, this treatment is not working. Has anyone had…
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rapidly exhausting chemo options for UPSC
My 70 year old mother was diagnosed with stage 3C UPSC in early 2009 (2 prior breast cancers in early 2000's) - went to her OB/GYN at first sign of bleeding, yet the cancer was really far along (in lymphnodes including peri-aortic) - total hysterectomy, followed by 6 rounds of cisplatin/taxol, followed by 25 whole…
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Finished Chemo Nov 2nd-had thyroid ultrasound test today for nodules and two were solid--multiple no
Friends, I am so disappointed. I had a thyroid ultrasound test today, because in the summer months thyroid nodules were seen as an "indidental" on a ct. My oncologist had said he was not very concerned many people have them and we would take a look at it after chemo. I had an ultrasound today and it showed multiple thyroid…
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Colors of Cancer
I've not seen this listed as such before... Excerpt from "Ribbons of Life" Artist Statement... Before my diagnosis of uterine cancer, I did not know that every type of cancer has a ribbon color and pin, not just pink for breast cancer. Thus, I used the colored ribbons to recognize 5 types of cancer that frequently affect…
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RADIATION
I AM GETTING READY TO GO TO MY FIRST VISIT WITH THE RADIOLGIST/ONCOLOGIST. IS THERE ANYTHING I SHOULD DEFFENTLY ASK? THANKS TEE
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MY SURGEON IS FROM THE ROCK BAND -N.E.D.
Very skilled he did robotic surgery for me and also bloodless. Young and cute.
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Has anyone experienced any thyroid issues after chemo and radiation
Friends, I am alittle bit nervous (or alot nervous) that I have to go next week and have a thyroid ultrasound done. Back in June or so, I had a ct, because my glands by jaw were all swollen, but it turned out, at that time, a tooth needed a root canal and was causing the swollen glands. However, on the ct, which came out…
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Seven weeks since my 6th chemo---my counts are finally starting to recover a bit
Friends, I went for another bloodtest today. It is seven weeks since my 6th chemo. My bloodcounts are finally starting to recover a bit. At my lowest point my platelets were only 21,000. Here is what I am at today... Platelets 211,000...........normal is 150,000-400,000 WBC 2.3 ..................normal is 4-10 Neutophils…
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gyn cancer has a rock band
N.E.D. is a rock band made up of 6 gynecologic oncology surgeons. They are having a concert in Portland, Oregon on January 16, 2011. Here's a link if anyone is interested in attending: http://www.aladdin-theater.com/show_page.aspx?eventid=2039 Let's break the silence on women's "under the belt" cancers.
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hospital decision
Hello, Going for two opinions, one today, one tomorrow. Has anyone been treated or are being treated right now at HUP? Thanks, Jan
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Uterine Carcinosarcoma - December 2010
Hi, I just finished my second round of chemo. I honestly feel good and surprisingly gaining my stamina back. I had emergency surgery in mid October 2010 where I had a complete hysterectomy and was told I was Stage III C. Very little data seems available about this rare cancer and so when I found this site I was encouraged…