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Neuropathy
Even though neuropathy from chemo is not life-threatening, it certainly is life-altering. At least it was for me. I have had neuropathy since my second chemo treatment last fall. At first it was mild pain, followed by worse pain, and evolved into tingling numbness in my feet and hands. And horrible coldness in my…
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Papillary Serous or Clear Cell Carcinoma of the Endometrium
Last November, I was diagnosed with Endometrial Cancer, Clear Cells. After a radical hysterectomy, the tumor was staged as STAGE IB; II, because it slightly spreed to the cervix. I started chemo in February, and I am just about to start my last cycle next week. No radiation needed. The only organs infected were the uterus…
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Vitamin C and Chemo
I have been taking a lot of Vitamin C in powder, and thought I mentioned to my doctor. Talking to another patient today, she told me that Vitamin C could interfere with chemo effectiveness. I have been taking 400 mg twice a day to avoid getting a cold. I am scared now that after 15 treatments, I have 3 more to go, maybe…
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Which exposes you to more radiation CT Scans or PET Scans
Just curious if anyone knows this answer on radiation exposure from CT Scan or PET Scans. Kathy
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HRT
Hello, just wondering if anyone else has been given Hormone Replacement Therapy. Due to my age (34)following the hysterectomy I was given estrogen only HRT. I am ER- and PR- so my doctors think this is ok for me but I am nervous. They have told me that my menopause symptoms will be very extreme and taking the HRT will…
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Yumm-o
We have a thread on recipes and there's been a lot of discussion about turmeric. This isn't a recipe and isn't really about turmeric - it's just something easy and absolutely delicious that I found at Trader Joe's that fits the criteria. It does contain some sugar, but it does not contain soy (I avoid soy having had…
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Not curable but treatable
When I went to the oncologist today he told me that the endometrial cancer in the lung was the only place it showed up on the PET scan. He said it was not curable but it was treatable and that he wanted to put me on Megace (a hormone) to reduce or manage the size of the cancer. The next option, when Megace doesn't work…
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Next step coming soon
Just had my lastest PET scan and was told all is clear. I wz dx with stage 3c/grade 3 adenocarincoma back in January. It spread to one pelvic lymph node which the dr said was huge. I just finished my 7th carbo/taxol and will be receiving an 8th round next month. My dr told me they have been able to hit me hard and…
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USPC - PET Scan
I am in the monitoring stage for recurrence of USPC and have an appointment with my oncologist. I've been in remission since January. My doctor has indicated he wants to set me up for a PET scan and I really want one because I currently feel awful, especially in my mid section around my back. Sometimes it aches so bad, I…
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18 miles celebrating 18 years surviving!
Yesterday heading out I had little expectation of doing more that 18 laps, but surprised myself and found the energy to do my 72 laps @ .25 mi each = 18 miles! An empowering experience whichgives me strength to believe I can keep on giving this enemy the ol' smackdown ;-) In june '93 I was diagnosed with stage 2B breast…
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A Final Consensus on Curcumin?
Dear All, Have been following the curcumin threads and need to relate some new information. While I tend to agree with Claudia that a "natural" source of curcumin (turmeric) may offer some biochemical synergy that we don't get from capsules, we are getting relatively LITTLE curcumin from a half teaspoon of turmeric a day.…
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HelliC, I like your new picture.
Hi Helli I like your new picture. It also looks like you were either on vacation or on some type of cruise. I hope both! Keep that smile! I hope you are feeling good and enjoying the summer. Kathy
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Return of Uterine cancer from 2006
When I had my yearly check up earlier this month, the Dr. found a mass on my right lung (they seem to be at the back of the lung and in the top half). I had a CT scan and it was recommended that I have a PET scan and a biopsy. I went Monday 20 June for the PET scan and then the CT scan guided needle biopsy. I got the…
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minniejan update
Hello, I have been lurking here since I finished all my treatments in late March for UPSC. I did not want to post while I was waiting. Call me superstitious! After my treatments I had a needed blood transfusion prior to plans to do some needed traveling. I took two wonderful trips, one to Arizona to visit my son, and did…
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Catching up from Diane (new plan)
So much has happened since I last wrote. Health wise the tumor board decided to put me on weekly topotekan before doing cyber knife on the tumor in my liver. It makes me very tired and there is alot of running; I have to have rehydration two days after chemo. My poor husband works so hard to care for me. Our wedding was…
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stereotactic radiotherapy for supraclavicular lymph node mets
Had consult today with radiation oncologist to evaluate targeted treatment of upsc recurrence in supraclavicular lymph nodes. Treatment is basically palliative in that we are not going for cure. After lengthy discussion and extensive review of detailed disease history, followed by review of possible radiotherapy options,…
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Maggie, how have you been?
Hello Maggie: I haven't seen much of your posts lately and was wondering how you were doing. I hope all is well and you are enjoying your summer. Just thinking of you. Kathy
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brachytherapy
Looking for a little advice....those of you who have had brachytherapy, without pelvic radiation.....I have a tropical vacation planned one week after completion of radiation. Do you think it's feasible that I will be able to swim in the ocean?
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Minor Setback - Chemo. Session Postponed
I was supposed to get my 6th chemo. treatment tomorrow; however, due to my low Neutrophils auto count of .9, I had to reschedule the tx to next Wednesday, by which hopefully it will have gone up to a minimum of 1.1. Chemo can significantly decrease your WBC, and there is a risk for infection (sepsis) with low wbc. I…
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Tomoxifen
Hello everyone, I am updating on my latest ct scan. It came back good and nothing new showing, except my power port needs the catheter to be repositioned. I was doing the Taxol alone every 3 weeks with one week off. I stopped doing it on my 9th round because the neuropathy was getting really bad and other issues. The Taxol…
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nempark I saw the doctor today
Hi June I am also Stage 1 grade 3 but have USPC. Had my last scan in October 2010 right after I finished chemo. He also said last week when I went for my check up that unless there is a problem he doesn't like to run CT scans to often. SO i go back today with the cramping/bloating/pressure issue and they think it might be…
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vacation 3 weeks after 1st chemo is it wise?
Hello everyone, I hope this does not sound trivial.I have stage 4 uterine cancer-had complete hysterectomy-that is healing fine (had it on 5/27/11) - but doc found tiny spot on bowel and path showed one sample no cancer the other yes. Getting carbo-tax starting July 6th. Nurse said worst symptoms a few days later. Alread…
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Need Some Encouragement and Support, Sisters
Hello - I am having a day - my brain has taken over and I'm freaking out. I know what it's about. In January I found out that the endometrial cancer had metastasized to the lungs. I have been receiving chemo. once a month; my 6th treatment will be this Friday. The following week I will have a CT scan and a PET scan, which…
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My mom is suffering with USPC
Aloha all My mom is suffering with uterine serous papillary carcinoma. She is currently undergoing chemotherapy afer her first recurrence. She had over 2 years in remission following a somewhat convoluted course of diagnosis and treatment. I am looking for any and all women currently living with this diesase in hopes of…
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Dr. Servan-Schreiber
Hello ladies. Perhaps you already know this, but I just read on Inspire.com (ovarian cancer board) that Dr. Servan-Schreiber has had a recurrence of his cancer . I only mention this because I know many of you are avid followers , and I thought you'd want to know so you can keep him in your thoughts and prayers as I will.…
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18 MONTHS AFTER HYST. CAN WE BE PRONE TO INFECTIONS IN THE BELLY AREA?
I am constantly bloated and feeling cramps in my belly.. Last visit with Doc, he had a look in side and said that "I am good to go" No scans. What do you think? I had a scan in March of 2010 immediately after my last chemo and he said he doesen't want to do more scans unless it is absolutely necessary. Every three months I…
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RO: thinking of you on 'scan' day, sending positive vibes & prayers your way!
I know this is your scan day, always anxiety-ridden. ((((Ro)))). Try to be at peace; it is what it is; and sometimes a scan can produce WONDERFUL news. And if not, at least it provides information to make a plan. But know that I am thinking of you and holding you in prayer today.
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Oh Culka?
Haven,t heard from you in a while friend. Hope you are enjoying good health. June
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Bloating and cramping after hysterectomy
I had a complete hysterectomy. I am 9 months post chemo and just had my blood work done and saw my onc/obgyn and he examined me and said I was doing good. But I get abdominal bloating and cramping that feels just like it did before my period would start pre hystectomy. Does anyone else get this? I had the hysterectomy in…
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slightly humorous story
I usually am on the Breast Cancer boards but I thought you ladies would better appreciate this story. The drug Tamoxifen promotes endometrial cancer. I had to have a second hysteroscopic polypectomy in less than 2 years. During the procedure, while I was under a light 'sleeping' anesthetic, the scissor finger of the…