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Do you know topotecan ?
Do you know topotecan for adénocarcinoma endometrial ?
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Interesting article on Keytruda
http://wapo.st/2r2aDab?tid=ss_mail&utm_term=.1e6a7085365c This came across my feed yesterday. Though the case history is not about endometrial cancer, it is mentioned in the article.
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Newbie Caregiver Questions
I am caring for my best friend who has just been diagnosed with uterine cancer. She was scheduled for a hysterectomy on Wednesday, but today received a phone call that her blood showed antibodies in it. What does that mean? The lab person told her she needs another blood test, but is that a repeat test or a new one? And…
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What an astronomic increase in my CA-125 before surgery
I'm now going thru chemo for my UPSC. I'm getting Carboplatin and Gemzar on week 1, Gemzar alone on week 2, then a week off in week 3, although I have labs all three weeks. I'm also seeing the PA every week this first month, then we'll see how often I need to do it after this first round of chemo. At this past Wednesday's…
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Cancer Geonome Resource
I found this link today and thought it might be useful to some. Unfortunately it doesn't specify uterine cancer - I looked under ovarian instead - but found it to be a good lay-person's explanation of what geonomic testing is used for. I'm awaiting my own Foundation One results but wasn't quite able to put the pieces…
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New to Forum
I am joining for any advice for my mothers treatment. My moms name is Cheryl and I am her daughter, Tia. She was diagnosed with Stage 3B Uterine cancer in August of 2015. They started with a hysterectomy and removed 4-5 lymph nodes. Afterwards she did a sandwich of a total of 12 Taxol/Carbo treatments and 6 weeks of…
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Thanks to Dr. Reed
Dr Reed was born in my town and through her advocacy saved lives of women by fighting against the use of morcellators for laparoscopic uterine removals. May she rest in peace.…
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Uterine Carcinosarcoma (MMMT) - CA Medical Professionals/Resources
Hello, My mother (54) was diagnosed with stage IV uterine carcinosarcoma in February and has since had a debulking surgery and is receiving ifos/taxol chemotherapy currently. I have recently been aware of how rare and aggressive this disease really is, and if possible, I'd like to contact as many experts as possible for…
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Just another update
Today was labs, Dr.s visit, and infusion day. I had a Ct scan last Wednesday and after 10 radiation treatments to my neck and 18 to a tumor between my spine and Vena Cava artery, both of those rumors have shrunk and everything else is stable. I will get to continue on Keytruda because it seems to still be working. There is…
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Hello
I was diagnosed with endometrial cancer and had a hysterectomy in late February. I'm still recovering from the surgery, which I guess can take some time. My cancer was stage 1, and after the surgery my doctor said there was no need for further treatment. He plans to follow me for only one year. I know I am very lucky. Some…
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Afraid
Soon, I have my scanner and an irm to see if the chemotherapy has been effective.I am very afraid. I cry a lot and I'm afraid to die I have a tumor in luterus and also several in the abdomen.stage4 I am afraid of my future I am very bad
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Brachytherapy
Hello, I am writing to see if anyone has undergone brachytherapy? I'm not sure if it's spelled right. It's regarding my elderly (78) mom. She has had a hyterectomy, chemotherapy and external radiation which she is 1/2 way done now. This morning they said she needs to make an appointment for her next type of treatment. She…
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Uterine Cancer stage 3B , clear cell treatments
My mom has Uterine Cancer 3B , clear cell but after surgery , doctor told my mom will have 3 rounds of chemo and 6 radiation. I search on this forum and knowing that most of people ( even stage 1 ) have 4-6 or more rounds and I don't know why my mom only has 3 , is it good sign or bad sign ？
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Chemo or No Chemo ?
Hi ~ First of all I have to say please forgive for my bad english ( I'm vietnamese - chinese ) My mom was diagnosed with uterine cancer stage 3 , no lymph nodes affected . She had a total hysterectomy and this sunday she will have her first chemo round ( 3 rounds and 6 radiations ) Yesterday mom read a article about how…
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Preventing damage from pelvic radiation?
I will soon be having pelvic radiation treatment following surgery to treat a recurrence to two lymph nodes (right pelvic wall and right groin). I previously had brachytherapy as well as chemo as part of frontline treatment. I was wondering if anyone has suggestions to prevent complications or damage, especially to the…
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New Appointment - This Tuesday
Hello everyone - Thank you again for your comments regarding my mom's uterine cancer. On Friday, the doctor who took on her case, called to tell her tumor board met, and they believe there are spots on her lungs a liver. His plan was to obtain pathology reports from her other oncologist and run additional testing that had…
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Update on my Mom's Chemo IV Complication (so frustrating!)
Just wanted to give everyone who has been with me during my mom's uterine cancer treatment an update. My mom finally completed her extremely prolonged radiation treatment (prolonged because they decided at the last minute to split up her lower and upper pelvic radiation treatments and radiate each area separately.) So…
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Uterine Ablation led to Cancer - CANNOT GET TREATMENT
Hi - I am a 38 year old woman with a clean bill of health my entire life up until July 2016. I had a uterine ablation as per my doctor's suggestion to accompany a tubal (there was no medical reason for an ablation to be performed, he said it would help lighten period). I agreed without batting an eye as he's been my trust…
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New help needed
Hello, I was recently (10 days) ago diagnosed with grade 1 uterine cancer. I have only had a PAP and entromedtrial biopsy And ultrasound which showed thicking of entrometris My ob/gyn has referred me to a gyno ocnologist I see next week, plus I have also made arrangements for a 2nd opinion at CTCA in June. Here is my…
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Please share your symptoms before diagnosed , any association with cervical cancer?
Hello, I am 35 years old and mother of 2. In 2014 (3 years ago) i was diagnosed with carcinoma in situ and a cone biopsy was done. Pap smear have been done since with no bad results. I just went to the dr to have my pap done and waiting on results. I am writing bc i am concerned... since the surgery in 2014 i really have…
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Happier Times - Share Vacation Tips
I plan to talk to my doctor soon about his future treatment recommendations. I am hoping to get a reprieve from chemo at some point this summer and I want to find a destination for me and my husband to enjoy. I hope this would be the beginning of a period for me to learn what my new normal is going to be. In the past,…
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Bleeding
Does anyone ever have bleeding like menstruation during chemotherapy?
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UPDATE ON MY MOM
Hello - It has been a while since my last update about...about 2 months ago. In this time, my mom's new oncologist performed many tests to determine the right course of treatment for her. About a month ago, she began doxorubicin and has been tolerating the chemo pretty well. She is now 2 cycles in, and she will have a scan…
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Treatment ??? Afraid
Hello fighting sisters I will soon do my exams to know what will follow for my treatment. I am very afraid because I can be offered surgery but this is difficult in my case, but also the only solution to get rid of cancer. Or else I will have other treatments ... But I do not know what. I already had a lot of chemotherapy.…
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One year ago today
One year ago today I had my surgery. I'm trying to wrap my head around everything that's happened since then. I've learned a lot about myself. I would not have made it without the help of many people, including the smart, caring women on this board. Thank you all!!!!! Thanks to gabapentin, my neuropathy is sort of under…
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Recurrence in my lungs
i just joined this group, looking for some experience/advice. I was diagnosed with uterine cancer just about two years ago, my treatment was hysterectomy, cisplatin and radiation, then caboplatin/taxol six rounds. It was rough, but I have been feeling good since my treatment ended about 17 months ago. My ct scans have…
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Nausea and gagging after surgery
I was diagnosed with Stage 1 Uterine cancer and had a full hysterectomy 5 weeks ago. Lymph nodes were clear and the surgeon was pleased that there was no spread ( and of course, so was I). Since about 10 days I have had tightening ( gagging) in my throat and nausea that comes and goes. I have also noticed I burp…
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Doctor won't give straight answer about diagnosis
I have been going back and forth to doctor's for months now. It all started with a trip to my family doctor to have my thyroid checked. 4 or 5 appointments later, they sent me for ultrasounds. I had a cyst on my ovary so they referred me to my gyno. First appointment was the pap, then she scheduled the biopsy. She redid…
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Re-Ported Yesterday
I got my second port put in yesterday, just about 7 years from the time I had my first inserted. The interventional radiologist decided to put it in the opposite side from the first one. Now, I'll have less problems with the seatbelt as a passenger but more as a driver. Last time, I tried the sheepskin-covered seatbelt…
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A recent medical case study for all to read on the benefits of metformin
Ladies, As you know, I frequently have tried to communicate the benefits of metformin for endometrial cancer, and cancer in general. There is an article recently posted at www.pubmed.gov - PMID 28451430 - entitled "Efficacy of metformin for advanced stage endometrial cancer." There are over 3000 articles posted on this…