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Uterine/Endometrial Cancer

Archives for July 2014

Peritoneal Spread of Endometrial Adenocarcinoma : Advice Needed
I am posting on behalf of my sister. Brief History My sister had Fibroids, during laproscopic surgery the frozen sample indicated malignancy and the surgeon removed and cleaned the entire Uterine Vault. (Complete Histerectomy) but did not examine the lymph nodes. The biopsy indicated Stage T3B Nx Mx. We underwent…
Cards
Hi all, I have been trying to find boxes of cards to send to people who have/had cancer for encouragement and that have some humor. I found that the cards I liked the best were the one's that made me laugh. I enjoyed the more serious one's but laughing was better for me. Does anyone know a store or a website that sells…
Missing Jan, Jazzy
Hope you are okay.
Meaning of CIN, VIN & VAIN
Hi all! I was floored to find out that this type of pre cancer existed. Here is my understanding of them: CIN is Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia, VAIN is Vaginal Intraepithelial Neoplasia, & VIN is Vulvar Intraepithelial Neoplasia and all are graded as I, II, III with III the most severe and considered adenocarcinoma in…
Mother said to only have a few weeks to live, think she has stage IV
Hi, I am a 18 year old kid and my mom has been given a few weeks to live. At least that is what my family says. My dad reminds me that she probably will only live a few more week and then says maybe she could live a few more years. However, she has done her will and has chosen to be cremated and I guess I feel like the few…
Interesting doctor's appointment today
I had my lab and CAT scan last week. Today the doctor gave me the results. My CA 125 went from 1441 to 1582. That is not too big of a rise for me in 8 weeks. My CAT scan showed only one lymph node in the right mediastinal area near the trachea that had grown from 2.8 X 2.2cm to 4.1 X 3.6cm. And that was the only lymph node…
Endometrial & Cervical Adenocarcinoma DX
I finally heard back today. DXd with Uterine & Cervical CA + VIN III, VAIN III & CIN III. He said the uterine ca invaded my cervix. I'm relieved I finally know vs waiting for the results. The doc said to not worry about the VIN, CIN & VAIN right now bc he just wants to focus on the uterine & cervical ca for now (one step…
Femara/Letrozole
Hello Ut sisters, I've been off the boards for awhile - away, then had company, not feeling well, etc. It is good to catch up. I'm impressed with the knowledge and experience women share here with each other. Is anyone familiar with using Femara/letrozole or another aromatase Inhibitor for advanced stage estrogen positive…
I need advice please!
Hello. just a little refresher before I explain. I was supposed to have readical hyst last Monday for cerv & endometrial cancer. My Gyn/onc came in last minute to say he was switching surgery to a conization & that my initial DX of malignancy from my regular GYN could be wrong & that mass found on CT is prob just fibroids.…
Every woman should know
I just read an article in the July issue of Prevention entitled When Cutting Edge Kills. I'm sorry, I don't know how to create a link but if you google the title, it comes up on line. We cancer survivors need to help educate our sisters about this procedure. I know many women on this site were unaware they had cancer until…
Insomnia
Has anyone had insomnia while in chemo treatment? Sometimes I only sleep 2-4 hours a night. I'm trying melatonin. Statred with 5 mg which did nothing so I increased it to 10 mg. Sometimes it helps; sometimes not. I don't want to take anything like Ambian.
Told no cancer but questions about Postmenopausal women
I am 60 years old and have been in menopause since I had chemo for breast cancer over 11 years ago. I recently had spotting and pelvic pressure. I saw my gynecologist and she did a very painful uterine biopsy in her office and sent me for ultrasounds the following week. The biopsy came back as insufficient tissue. The…
How about a roll call? Haven't heard from many of you in a while.
State age, geographic location, when diagnosed, stage at diagnosis, treatments, current status, complementary treatments, source of strength (or something like that).
I'm Baaaccckkk
Hello All, Have been running some things down, and the latest is this lab result from my PAP. And I have NEVER before had an abnormal PAP. Got no follow up call from my GYN, and to top that, the info says no follow up needed, I Don't Think so! So, I'm here for a 'what this means' from you all's experience....and yes, I am…
Stage IIICI papillary serous endometrial cancer
I am undergoing the "sandwich treatment". I have had three rounds of chemo (carboplatin/taxol) and so far, seventeen treatments of external radiation with eight remaining. Initially, the radiologist said I would have three treatments of internal radiation (brachytherapy). The second week of external radiation, he told me…
Here's whats been happening - my little ramble
Hi All: I hope everyone is enjoying the summer (or winter depending where your locaton is). As you may know, I have been experiencing many different types of symptoms. The past several months, I went on a quest to find out exacty what is going on with me. Here's a brief (hopefully) outline of what's been going on:…
CT Scan Today
My mom is having a CT scan today to see if the second regimen of chemo is working. I just wanted to post so she could get as many prayers/good vibes/positive energy as possible! Thanks guys!
Father's age may be relevant
Hi, Ladies, I read this a while back and wanted to share it with you. My father was 35-years-old when I came to be. TUESDAY, April 8, 2014 (HealthDay News) -- A father's age at the time of his daughter's birth may affect her risk for breast, ovarian and endometrial cancer in adulthood, a new study suggests. Researchers…
Private Message Spam
Hello everyone, Some of you know that we have had previous problems with a particularly tenacious scammer named sarah, and unfortunately she has struck again. While we have security measures in place, we can't prevent all spam. We are currently working on measures to try and block this kind of private message spamming. If…
Happy end but maybe hysterectomy in the near future
I had D&C last for a week ago and I got the results of the biopsies. There was no cancer. I’ll be operated later, the polyps must be removed. The doctor told that it could be removal of the polyps or removal of the uterus. Because I already have my children and I’ve passed menopause, I would like to get rid of both the…
low back pain from Neulasta
has anyone experienced low back pain from the Neulasta shot? I had to have the shot after round 3 of chemo (Taxol and carboplatin). They told me to take the Claritin the day before and 3 days after. They said I would probably have some degree of pain in my arms and legs. I didn't. Everything was fine. Then the evening of…
Hair!
Good Morning Ladies, When I came to work today with my wig on my coworkers asked me about how my hair is growing. They have not seen my hair since about three weeks ago before I left for a trip. Well, I showed them and they thought that I looked "cool" and convinced me that I don't have to wear my wig anymore. Not certain…
PET scan denied by insurance, CT scan instead
Who had PET scan or CT scan before their hysterectomy? My DR ordered PET scan but my ins co denied it and would only approve CT scan with contrast and chest X-ray. I'm assuming many of you had the same experience? My surgery is scheduled a week from tomorrow. i think the DR wants to see if the CA spread to pelvic/abdomen…
Gastritis
Has anyone here had a TAH robotic and developed gastritis years later. I has my surgery 11/11, had lymph nodes removed, were neg, I was stage 1a, UPSC, had chemo and internal radiation. Been to so many doctors, I cant eat anything raw, meaning fruits and vegetable , no beef pork, just fish or chicken. now I'm gluten free…
Uterine Carcinosarcoma (also called MMMT) -- guidance/insight appreciated!!!!!!!!
New to this board -- it's so inspirational to hear all these stories of courage and survival. My 66-year-old mom has recently been diagnosed with Stage 3B uterine carcinosarcoma (or MMMT). She has had a full-stomach hyst. and most of the tumor has been removed, though there are still small pebbles in her pelvic lining. I'm…

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