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Pain after 6 months Chemotherapy
My mother went through ovarian cancer that spread to her stomach. She had rough time through chemo but did great. About 2 months ago she started becoming almost helpless to the point she can't get up swollen feet and hands its like she is a 64 year old woman in a 90 year old body. Four doctors have been confused that think…
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Hormone Replacement?
Hi, I was wondering if anyone out there had info on HRT after their hysterectomy and chemo treatments? I had already gone thru menepause prior to my diagnosis, but I had just recently stopped my HRT 5-6 mos prior to the diagnosis which is how long the surgeon felt my ovarian cancer started. I thought that was an…
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Dr. Lorraine Day?
Hi -- I'm new to the group, and was wondering if anyone here has heard of Dr. Lorraine Day, and more importantly, anyone who has followed her program. Wanted to know what kind of results they got... Thanks, m
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follow up visits with oncologist
Does anyone have good ways to handle anxiety that comes with quarterly visits to the oncologist and yearly MRI scans?
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Update Extra Ovarian Primary Peritoneal
Just wanted to let everyone know that after my 1st session of chemo (1 months worth, I'm going weekly), my new CA-125 count was 13.4! I'm of course thrilled and undergoing my 2nd session now. I was wondering if anyone out there has experienced this and how many more session of chemo did you incur? I'm taking…
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Chemotherapy Resistance
Drug resistance is the principal reason for the failure of chemotherapy. Some tumors (like adenocarcinoma) are highly resistant to virtually all anti-cancer drugs, while other tumors are quite sensitive. Most patient tumors fall in between these two extremes, with resistance to some drugs but not to others. Many mechanisms…
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Increase in CA 125
I found out this week, right before my 6th treatment (Taxol/carbo) that my CA 125 went up from 147 to 199, then the redraw the next day was 190. They changed my taxol to taxotear becuase I have neuropathy, and now I will need two additional treatments. Has anyone else had there ca 125 go up during their treatments? Thanks…
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Univ of WA Study
Hi, Just saw my oncologist last week and he told me of a new report that came out from the Univ of WA for people taking Taxotere. They divided the group into 2, half taking the IV once a month, the others taking weekly IV's. After several years of study they found a greater remission in the people taking weekly IV's. It…
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second surgery
my surgeon wanted to do another big second surgery, but my oncologist insisted that it be done laproscopicaly and have a port put on my hip at the same time. the port was put in so that I could have the next round of chemo put directly into my stomach. after the surgery I was able to go home after spending a few hours in…
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graviola prevents drug resistance
it is from an amazon herb. available online and at health food stores
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exherin looks very good!
made by a Canadian company-it wrecks tumor blood vessels. They plan on releasing it in five years-but you guys should act up-you shouldnt have to wait that long!
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Need Someone to talk to
Hello - I am new to this group, but am hoping someone out there can help with a very special friend of mine who has just been told she has Stage IC Ovarian Cancer. She has had a complete hysterectomy and is now deciding which treatment is best for her. What she would really like is to speak with someone who has actually…
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take betulinic acid before taxol, effective natural
it comes from birch bark and I think one kind of nut hull. Inactivates tumor mitochondria (powerhouses) and should negate chemo resistance. In the test tube at least, taxol kills only %50 of cells, but betulinic acid + taxol kills %100 percent. C-statin, made from bindweed, is 100x more antiangiogenic than shark cartilage.…
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Doxil
Hello, I am just about to begin another round of chemo, this time with Doxil. I have had the regulars before. I was diagnoised in 8/95 and have been on and off chemo since then. I am curious to know the experience others have had with this, as my doctor said it is now the second line of treatment.
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Hi-introduction
I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer 2 1/2 years ago at age 28. Had surgery and 6 months of chemo. Now just doing follow-ups. My daughter will be 2 in June (what a miracle). Looking for anyone in my age group with similar stories or to chat with about this topic. email is tkopper@msn.com
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any get a hernia after surgery?
I have been told that I have a hernia due to my incision not healing correctly. I am scared to death that the cancewr is back. Dr appointment is tommorrow with onc to determine what to do. Is everything for the rest of my life going to scare me to death and make me think the cancer is there and growing again????
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Sweiss
Hi. How did you do? I know that you might not get home for a couple of more days. I got to go home one day early! The tumor was the size of a cantalope, my dr took a picture. It was a teratoma with borderline cells. He did a staging, but does not expect to find any more cancer. I should be able to keep the other…
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46-just finished radiation for ovarian cancer
Hello-- I am new to this but thought it would be a good idea. I was diagnosed with epithelial ovarian cancer a year ago and have had two surgeries, 4 treatments of chemo (taxol and carbo) and now have just completed full radiation treatments. My diagnosis is a bit unclear ... one group says it was a Brenner Tumor and…
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HELLO - NEW
HI, I AM NEW TO THIS SITE AND JUST LOOKING TO TALK TO PEOPLE WHO ARE GOING THROUGH THE SAME THING I AM. I AM 22 YEARS OLD AND HAVE STAGE IIIC OVARIAN CANCER. I HAVE BEEN THROUGH SO MUCH OVER THE LAST COUPLE OF MONTHS AND HAVE ALOT OF FEELINGS OF ANGER IN ME AS I'M SURE ALOT OF YOU DO. I TRY TO BE POSITIVE, BUT I ALSO GET…
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Relay for Life
The annual Relay for Life for my area is about a month away. I would like to participate. Have any of you do it? Do I need to get a team? Tell me about your experience.
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Low Dose Taxol - Weekly- Results??
I was just moved from doxil after 3 treatments, my ca 125 fell at first and than began to rise again. I am now on a weekly low dose taxol and have completed 3 treatments. Has anyone had experience with this protocal?
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Ascites fluid accumulation
For the first time since I orginally was diagosed, I have had a build up of fluid. In the past Doxil kept it under control. This time Doxil did not work as quickly as in the past. Build up was extremely painful until I had paracentisis (removal of 2 liters) I am now on low dose weekly taxil. Anyone have a similar problem,…
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reoccuring ovarian cancer
I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in Febr. '92. I have had 4 rounds of chemotherapy, currently on Tamoxifen. Just took my last radiation treatment. My first chemo made me sick, others weren't quite so bad. Doxil did make me break out with a rash. So far I'm hanging in.
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What Are the Symptoms
I am experiencing some strange cramping and bloating that have me worried. How is Ovarian Cancer diagnosed? What makes the Doctors look for it?
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7 Year survivor
Hi, I'm Missy, I'm only 26 years old and was diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer when I was 19 years old, as you can imagine I was horrified, and I'm sure my mom was too (thinking since I'm her only child that she would never have grandchildren and possible lose her only daughter). Well my symptoms were I guess what most go…
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New to Site and Have Questions
Hi, my name is Brenda. I am 50 years young and in Jan 2001 I was diagnosed with Stage IIIc ovca. Since that time I have had the surgery and six rounds of chemo (Taxol and Carboplatin). Quite honestly, I have felt terrific up to this point. Had very few negative side affects to the chemo other than the obvious hair loss but…
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ovarian cancer-possible reasons
Anyone ever hear of the link re. ovarian cancer: talcum powder. Ive been a steady user for the last few years. And, I wonder about my 20+ years use of artificial sweeteners, such as saccarin & aspartame. Has anyone else with the same type of cancer I had use these things? necia
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Survivor Stories
My name is Laurice, I was diagnosed with Ewings Sarcoma on 10/10/96. I started a website called www.cancersurvivor.com so people going through treatment had a place to read stories from survivors who had already gone through the experience. If you could please visit the site and let me know what you think. Also, please…
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Thanks from Symptoms
Thanks you for your replies. I saw the doctor yesturday and had a pelvic and vaginal sonogram today. I'll be on pins and needles waiting for the doctors call. Thanks again. Jamie
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What are the Symptoms additional
I maybe should add that I am a breast cancer survivor which increases my risk level for ovarian, colon, and another breast cancer.