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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.
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hello- new
My name is Cindy to Suzy I'm 48 and have recuring ovc and would like more information of trail a live in Oregon and so seatal is not that far. My cancer was found in 10/98 and recured in 2001 and have 8 months of chemo and they are not working so I would like something new.
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to kathy
My Namne is Cindy, I read that you are taking taxol and charbo weekly I just started doing the same and wonder how you were handling it. I had to teatments then had to wait because my white blood count went to low, so now I've had two more and waiting to see how my count is next week.
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Retirement or Disability?
Diagnosed with Stage IV Ovarian Cancer in 2/01 - 6 chemo treats to reduce - 2nd surgery and all removed proved negative - no additional chemo - just check ups and CA125s monthly. Am 55 and am back at work, but can't keep up with stressful job, homelife, etc. Lots of back trouble too - although they say it is not Cancer…
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Stage IV caretaker
My sister has epethelian ovarian cancer (clear cell). She has been in remission for three years but it is now back in full swing. I will be taking a leave of absense from my job and staying with her. What sort of reality should I prepare for and how can I best support her?
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New to the group, ovarian cancer without ovaries
Hi, I was diagnosed in Dec. 2000 with ovarian cancer which was a real shock since I didn't have any ovaries! I had a partial hystorectomy in 1985 and the remaining ovary removed in '93 after my mother died of ovarian cancer. I thought I was home free...nobody bothered to tell me that it was still possible to get ovarian…
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Desperately need resources for newly diagnosed
Hi all, I'm a breast cancer survivor who is needing info for a friend of a friend just diagnosed with Stage III ovarian. I'm waiting for more info on her diagnosis but she's in her mid 40s with kids and has been asked to participate in a clinical trial. I picked up a bunch of brochures at my hospital and mailed to her as…
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first timer
I've read all the messages and now wonder if some symptoms I'm experiencing are chemo related--although oncology says not. Completing four of six treatments of Cytoxan and carboplatin for stage II C ovarian cancer, I'm dealing with joint swelling and facial swelling particularly between my eyes but also skin…
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New to the Group
Hi, I just located this support group. I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer on 1/23/99 and had surgery on 1/25/99. This was five months after my husband was diagnosed with colon cancer, so I was not only a caregiver, but also someone who needed care. I lost my husband in 5/99. I had nine months of chemo, Taxol and…
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Chemo-Radiation Necrosis
Brain metastasis is a rare complication of ovarian cancer with only 67 well documented cases in literature. A multi-institutional study of 4027 ovarian cancer patients over 30 years identified only 32 cases while an autopsy study of ovarian cancer reported an incidence of 0.9%. Leptomeningeal metastasis is also a rare…
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CA 125
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about the CA-125 Test from OVARIAN PLUS INTERNATIONAL Newsletter What is a CA-125 test? CA-125 is a test done on a blood sample drawn in a laboratory. The assay (analysis) assesses the amount of an antibody that recognizes an antigen in tumor cells. What does the test entail? A blood sample…
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I'm new to this place!
Hello everyone. Anyone out there deal with a germ cell tumor? I finished treatment in November 2000. I'm just now starting to deal with all that I've been through. Anyone else find it hard after treatment?
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Introduction
Hi, my name is Elaine. I am new to the network. I was diagnosised with Ovarian and Uterine cancer on July 22nd. I had surgery and chemo. I am doing very well now. I am looking for a few fellow surviors who will understand my fears and worries, who need to share their fears and worries as well. If anyone here needs any…