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Sad news about Dak82
I’m sorry to report that our dear friend, Dak82, passed away on June 12, 2022. Even after retiring from a very distinguished career in the U.S. Air Force, she continued to work as a military contractor. She also loved the challenge of participating in endurance sports like triathlons. She tried more therapies than most of…
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After Carboplatin/Paclitaxel, hair regrowth
what are your experiences with the topic?
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Uterine Cancer
I am new here and so overwhelmed right now. I have uterine cancer that has spread to cervix and is aggressive. Theu cannot confirm 100% but do believe it is in my lymph nodes. My tumors are too big and surgery is not an option. I ha e to do chemo first to try to shrink tumors but still not sure surgery can be done. I'm a…
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Is “aggressive” definable?
I have a uterine cancer by biopsy with a diagnosis of Moderately differentiated endometrial adenocarcinoma, mixed endometrioid, mucinous / secretory, and clear cell type. My first visit to a surgeon at MSK is this week. One of the cell types mentioned (clear-cell) is considered aggressive. What does that mean in reference…
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Uterine Cancer Is on the Rise, Especially Among Black Women
Not sure why the site will not allow me to post the link to this article in yesterday's NY Times? Copied and pasted the story. Uterine Cancer Is on the Rise, Especially Among Black Women The cancer eventually will become the third most common type among women, experts say. The mortality rate is highest among Black…
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Newbie
Hi, I'm a year out from my diagnosis (got the call on my 50th birthday). I was not expecting endometrial cancer having just gone through diverticulitis/bowel perforation. Luckily it was 1A and so far I've just needed a radical hysterectomy. I'm finding myself with a lot of anger a few months out, not at getting sick so…
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One Year Surgery Anniversary!
This past Friday was my one year surgery anniversary. Very grateful to be NED at this time! Thanks for all your guidance and support for the past 14 months! ❤️
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Work-To return or not, navigating disease uncertainty
Hi friends! I'm sure this question has been asked a million times but, I'll ask it again.. I'm 48, have stage 4 clear cell, diagnosed 6 months ago and have completed 6 cycles of chemo and debulking surgery. Not in remission, still have disease in my liver however overall better and am taking a break from chemo. I'm on a…
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Brachytherapy
I am scheduled to see the dr. Friday to start brachytherapy. I am nervous. I hope it isn’t too painful. I. Do they give you something for pain?