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Ovarian Cancer

2nd round of chemo questions
My mom and I were going to go to the beach with my daughter and meet my cousin & her family while they are there, but now that she was just dx'd and will have her 2nd dose of chemo in 2 weeks, I am really not sure what to do. She may be too sick to want me around and I know everyone is different but that it will make her…
Get my pet scan this afternoon
gettng nervous about getting the scan. Please pray it will show I am cancer free and everything part of my body will be whole and nothing wrong
Good MRI for husband last week, more chemo for me next week
My husbands 4-month MRI results came back sounding really good. The smart folk at UCSF say the little part that they are pretty sure was a bit of tumor left behind (or possibly scar tissue) seems to have diminished in size--haven't heard from our friend "NED" yet though. His brain tumor is slow growing so IF we have to…
Herbal supplements after chemo
I am 8 weeks post chemotherapy now hurray :) I would like some advise on whether to take supplements or not. I've asked my Oncologist and he was a bit vague and non committal and said "just for the short term". I was a bit confused by his answer and thought afterwards he may have thought I wanted to go back on HRT. So…
FYI: new study results
I read something interesting on the ovariancancer.org website. Largest recurrent ovarian study Phase 3 clinical trial results for recurrent ovarian with at least 6 month remission show carbo/doxil combo is superior to carbo/taxol to treat recurrence. You can read about at: ovariancancer.org
Numbers keep dropping
it has been 13 weeks since i had chemo, the white count keeps dropping. I am getting so worried they have not had any patients blood drop like this at all
AHCC anyone take it and have good results
first where do you buy this how long does it take to show a little results, is it pill powder or what? heard it is suppose to boost white blood count
New to the boards---sorta
Hi I'm just starting out on this board but have been amazed at the support, advice, prayers and love that flows from these threads. Tina suggested this bord (thanks ;-) Tina!) I got my dx for ovarian cancer on December 23 2010. My husband, Bob had gone into the ER with numbness on the side of his face. He was diagnosed…
METHOTREXATE
Not a cancer question, but an RA questions - rheumatoid arthritis. Our daughter was recently diagnosed with severe RA. We started her on an exercise program, supplements, dietary changes, etc., etc. The only thing left at this point (medically, anyway), is to get her off the steroids. And according to her doctor (very…
Chemo reactions/ how bad is it????
Hi Ladies, My mom was in ICU Wed until today. She had a blood clot in her lung and was on a vent for 30 hrs. She ate Sun and Monday and is more coherant. They cancelled her operation but are going to give chemo today. Yikes, what can I expect? Is it really bad?? Can they give her too much?? Praying for a Cure, Vicki
IP Port Problems
I have almost completed my 4th (out of 6) chemo treatments. Last Tuesday was an IP cisplatin day that did not go well. The chemo nurses had a difficult time placing the needle in my IP port, and I ended up with a total of 5 painful punctures, and had chemo leak out after I got home. I wonder if anyone else has had this…
My soulful reflection for the day
I had my 3rd maintenance dose of Taxol this week. I complained to my doctor that I get soooooo tired, so easily. I can sleep the clock around, some days (most days). He said, "Well, your blood work looks good, so it's not that. Its probably because we're poisoning you." Chemo humor, I guess. I happened to sit next to a…
Your thoughts on taking estrogen ?
Hey everybody, Sorry if this topic has been discussed before but I was wondering if anyone out there has any experience/thoughts about taking estrogen to relieve hot flashes/night sweats. Prior to my hysterectomy in August 2009 I was still menstruating. So of course the surgery put me immediately in menopause. My…
Recurrent Ovarian Cancer - 4th time
Hello. Would like to hear from anyone that has had a similar situation. I was diagnosed in 2003 with stage 2c Ovarian Cancer. I was 38 years old. Surgery and carbo/taxol was done. 4 years later, in 2007, I had a recurrence. Again, carbo/taxol. I went into remission until 2009. carbo/taxol again. Again this year, another…
results of yesterday's CT/PET & CA125
Well, not the news I wanted but it could have been much worse. My CA125 went up from 34.6 to 53.9, and 2 of the 3 lymph nodes that had disappeared on my last CT/PET lit up again. (sigh) The news on my scan is unofficial, but here's what I learned: The para-aortic lymph node that lit up is really tiny and wasn't even…
looking for NCEllen?
Like to talk to you, can't believe how much we have in common and I too live in Matthews NC
Update
Well everyone, we saw the oncologist yesterday, and my mom did ask the right questions I think, and the doctor handled them really well. First of all, my mom asked what would happen if she chose not to have chemo. The doctor explained that there was some cancer left behind, and that while it would not grow overnight, that…
Has anyone heard of taking Claritin for neuropathy?
My Mom is struggling with very painful neuropathy. Today her doctors told her to take Claritin. Has anyone used Claritin to help with neuropathy and if so was it successful? How were you told to take it? Does anyone have any other suggestions that can help ease the pain of neuropathy? Thanks so much ladies. It is so…
how long before you can eat fresh fruits and veggies
i really miss thee things how long before you can have them again
Ca125 results--going down
Hi Everyone, I have Stage IV diagnosed 3/19/10, being treated in NY Sloan Kettering. Too advanced to debulk initially, had 3rd chemo carbo/Taxtere today, allergic to taxol at 2nd chemo. I am 55 y/o and never had any other health issues except overweight and hypertension. Baseline CA125=2628 After 1st chemo= 575 After 2nd…
what is dancing with ned
waht is this
Pet scan is scheduled getting nervous
I go next wed for pet scan are they horrible or what what are they like, i go at 2 pm they say I can not eat after 7 am. getting nervous about getting it done, will the cancer be gone" etc amyone else nervoous when they got theirs
Mom update impovement
Hello Ladies, Mom received first chemo Tues. She is improving. She ate half milkshake yesterday. She only has the small air piece under her nose, no iv's in currently. The next 10 days are crucial according to dr. She is out of ICU. She is really fighting. I am so proud of her. She does whatever the nurses ask of her.…
Anyone been on PARP INhibitors? Any feedback? They are offering my mother the opportunity to join a
Anyone know how effective these are? Side effects? I have looked at the research...it looks promising...
Thanks, ladies....and yay me
I had chemo today and asked the folks behind the desk if I could provide a box/basket for head covers, take one-leave one kind of thing. They said, "Yes." So before next month, I will put together something attractive to hold them and drop it off with a starter set of hats and scarves I can not use. (Except for the red…
Can anyone use these?
A number of my friends have signed me up for free hats from a variety of groups, web sites, etc, or in some cases, purchased and sent me hats, scarves, etc. I really appreciate their thoughtfulness. However, some of them don't fit (I have a very small head), and some just aren't my style. If anyone would like one or more…
What the H to eat???
Hi Ladies, I was surfing around and saw a new study on BPA in canned food. One of the highest ever recorded levels was in one I keep in my pantry all the time. With pesticides, mercury, BPA, etc., etc. what is safe to eat? I'm not even sure organic is worth the money! And, can I eat outdoor grilled food? I notice now that…
Neulasta blues....
Emily, 27 I am about to get a full hysterectomy and bladder surgery Tuesday the 25th. Due to my low white blood cell counts (3.1) my doctor gave me a shot of Neulasta- I feel more weak now then ever. My back and neck are in extreme pain, sore throat, and a headache out of this world. “which is worse – my heartbreaking…
Nervous - again
First, I would like thank everyone who helped to keep me a little calmer when I had questions about taking Avastin. Now, I have another worry. I took a normal mammogram and was told I have to take another because my breast are "dense". Is this something that I should worry about? I think every time I hear of a change, even…
Hello (shyly entering the teal colored room)
Hi everybody, I'm pj, a fellow ovarian cancer fighter. I stumbled onto this website quite by accident yesterday and have been fascinated by all your stories. I finished my chemo in January and have been doing all I can do get my energy and vitality back. I live in Wisconsin and having the warm weather finally arrive has…

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