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Mostly Read Now
God's morning to all! I come here each day and read the boards or most days, but don't post to much anymore. You all continue to be an inspiration to me and each other, to all the newbies I say Live Your Life to the Fullest, try not to focus on every pain or bump in numbers (believe I know that is easier said then done). I…
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Has anyone taken Taxol?
Hi, I was diagnosed with stage iv ovarian cancer more than 2 years ago. My number when I started treatment was over 3,000. After a hysterectomy and chemo my ca 125 went down drastically. The Dr. has changed my chemo several times as after taking one such as Doxil, Gemsar, Carbo, etc. I get terrible side effects. My ct…
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An incompetant doctor
Not sure if I have shared this with you all, but I went to see my GP (primary care doctor) with 4 minor issues. The people in my health practice know me very well and also knew and respected my late mother. Whenever I go in they always ask how I am and always fit me in for short notice appointments. So I am very happy with…
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Your laugh for the day....
From one of America's truly great women.....Maxine MY LIVING WILL Last night, my husband and I were sitting in the living room and I said to him, 'I never want to live in a vegetative state, dependent on some machine and fluids from a bottle. If that ever happens, just pull the plug.' He got up, unplugged the Computer, and…
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traveling while on chemo and white blood counts are low.
Angela had her first chemo on Aug. 19th and will have another on Oct 16. She is scheduled to travel to Anderson from Sacramento for a second oponion. The two hospitals will be working together on Angela's treatment. I am fearful of her flying when her white blood count is at the lowest? What is ya'll's experience with this.
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Getting nervous
went in to get my stent taken out htis morning, was told it could be done in the doctors office, well the stent has been in way too long and now I have to go to the hospital and be put to sleep to have it taken out. I hate to be put to sleep, so getting nervous about this
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Dear Bonnie Thread.....I thought we could make new thread for Bonnie with our thoughts for when she
Just wanted to start a new thread for you since you are home now....I know you don't come often but when you do, I thought it would be nice to have your own thread to come to waiting for you with words of love and hope and encouragement from all....Please someone post so I don't feel like an idiot!!
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Surgery/prayer request
I am having surgery in two weeks--to remove a tumor on my rectum. I'll have a temp illestomy for 8 weeks, then the doctor will reattach everything. Please pray that everything goes ok. I don't post much but I read the board often. I am happy for all of the latest NED dancers and I hope to join you all one day :) Blessings…
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Bonnie back in hospital
For those who don't know through the Caring Bridge or FB: Hello from Michelle, Just a quick note this morning to let everyone know Mom is in the hospital. Randy took her down to the U of M last night as she was running a temp around 104. They admitted her and are giving her antibiotics and watching the temp. Will update as…
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More cancer humor.....laugh and the world laughs with you - until you get cancer, then the world bar
Another post from those fun-loving ladies over on the Inspire message boards.... For my first treatment I took a Xanex and a Vicoden. I am not big on meds but I was terrified. The nurse asked me what I had for breakfast, I told her Xanex and Vicoden, she said I needed to have something more next time. I said, "OK, next…
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I just lost a friend
A good friend and former colleague of mine just lost her five-year battle with ovarian cancer. Tammy Brittingham was a damned good journalist and a fine person, but I had lost contact with her until I learned she had cancer. I too am a cancer warrior: Two years ago I was diagnosed with Stage III squamous cell carcinoma of…
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ovarian cancer telephone survey
I thought I'd pass this along. We are writing to let you know that a research group will be conducting a telephone interview with patients and caregivers of patients who have been formally diagnosed with ovarian cancer and are currently undergoing, just underwent or are about to start chemotherapy. The research group is…
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Swollen ankle and foot
Hello ladies It is about 2 days that my mom's left ankle is swollen.In the begining it was red,tender and red.There is a spot which looks like a bruise and it hurts when you put your finger on it.It is getting better and today it is not red or warm just her ankle and foot is still swollen.I googled the situation an found 2…
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Anyone Taxol resistant? This might be of interest....
The UK's Telegraph (8/17, Adams) reported, "At present the chemotherapy drug paclitaxel, also known by its brand names Paxol and Abraxane, is often prescribed to shrink ovarian tumors by stopping cancer cells dividing," but "some ovarian cancers are resistant to such drugs, known as taxanes." Now, researchers "believe they…
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Race for life
Hi not sure if I posted here about my "Race for Life". Here in the UK Cancer Research hold many charitable events around the country to raise money. They were originally based on the struggle with breast cancer and ONLY women are allowed to take part. I signed up to my local race along with my daughter and 11 other…
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Finally! On my way to California to see Angela!!!
Leaving from Dallas this wednesday to see Angela. Taking 3 oz of aroma oil to give her a message. ( not surr how to spell it ) Have toys for the grandkids, that I can play with them too. Will get my 5 hour energy drink when I get there, so I can keep up. P.S. painted my toenails teal. Linda
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So far so good
Yesterday I went for my last infusion of Doxil (8). My main concern was the CA125 (it is like this obsession. I have to know the number.) I had a fear that the number went up. But it stayed the exact same as last time. It is 30.6 I guess I thought since it jumped last time that it was going to jump this time and I was…
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Round III
My wife received the discouraging news that after 3 months of very slowly rising CA-125 counts on the heels of 1.5 years of remission, they found a mass in her lower pelvis area (5 X 8cm). Scheduled for consultation next Wednesday where they've hinted we'll be counseled on chemo options. Linda has already done…
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lump biopsy
I recently underwent a biopsy for a lump on my neck the size of a walnut. It just showed up over night, but is in the approximate location of a "hot spot" that showed up on my last CT. we did a biopsy which came back clean: all tissue looked necrotic; dead. we are assuming it is/was a lymph node that got taken out with the…
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PPC and Recurrence
I have been wondering if any of our teal warriors have had a recurrence of PPC... If so, what has the line of treatment been? Thankfully, I have been in remission since finishing my chemo in December, but I can't help but think about it returning in the future. It seems like with ovarian cancer, it can be managed with…
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Abdominal Ascites / Gemzar (gemcitabine)
Hi, My mother has stage 4b UPSC ENDOMETRIAL cancer but is experiencing major ascites which we have been told is more common in Ovarian cancer so we are hoping to find some information on this board. Her doctors are switching her to Gemzar (gemcitabine) which is apparently more common for Ovarian cancer as well. If anyone…
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Doxil Fatigue?? Anyone have it? How did you deal with it?
Hello everyone. Mom and I going in for her 2nd infusion of Doxil tomorrow am. She has great counts and no foot/hand syndrome but she is experiencing extreme fatigue.... She says her head is fuzzy and she just doesn't have any get up at all.. She is not depressed or even disheartened, just wanting to have more oooph..has…
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New member introduction
Greeting all This is my first post but I have been here almost every day reading the board since February 2010. I find this to be the most caring and informative board I have visited. In February, I had surgery for ovarian cancer. I have serous papillary ovarian adenocarcinoma stage 3c. I thought I was handling everything…
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No signs of cancer!!!
My Mom went to her Dr today to get the results of her "head to toe scans" as she calls it. Well we got great news, NO SIGNS OF CANCER. She was diagnosed with ovarian cancer stage 3a on February 23, 2010. She had 6 rounds of chemo. Her Dr did want her to have monthly chemo for a yr, but after talking to Mom further the Dr…
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Cancer versus Carcinoma
Ok ladies...dumb question time. Is there a difference between "cancer" and "carcinoma" ? My pathology report states "Stage 1A Grade 2 Clear Cell Carcinoma". I realize Stage 1A is what we all hope for and it's not a question about that.....I just always wondered if there's some significance to "carcinoma" versus "cancer".
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What I found Funny
Just spent 2 weeks in Southern Calif in my hometown. I ran into an elderly woman who had been my Sunday School Teacher. She is now 80 and could not place me until my mom reminded her who I was. She apologized and then said "Don't ever grow old, your memory and everything else goes". After I left, I laughed till I cried.…
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My book signing went well
My book signing went very well, is there any way i can upload pics here so you can see the pics
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Ovarian Cancer patient blogs her way thru treatment and life
I came across a blog that is maintained by an awesome OC survivor. Her name is Jayne. http://shoppingkharma.blogspot.com Be forewarned, however, that this woman, who just turned 40, is fighting Recurrent Ovarian Cancer. She has had multiple recurrences, and many different types of therapy. She did Avastin quite some time…
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Awareness
Hey everyone! On January 17, 2011 I will be a 5 year survivor! It took me 4 years after going through OC to realize that I wanted to help bring awareness to this dreadful disease. I am as of now in the midst of working on a personal website called Hope Heals as well as joined the Pepsi Refresh Project last month. My idea…
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3 days left 2 tell ur or loved one's story QVC OCRF Ovarian Cancer Awareness
Please enter the QVC OCRF Recognize the Disguise contest. Have fun posting your picture, and choosing your disguise. It's all in fun to increase awareness of Ovarian Cancer symptoms. http://apps.facebook.com/recognizethedisguise/ My Sphynx cat has a funny YouTube video supporting the Recognize the Disguise contest…