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UPDATE ON BREAST CANCER
Hi, Ladies: This is what I posted on the Breast Cancer forum. Just wondered what you think, as I know some of you have had this double whammy also (OVCA & BC): Well, 18 is just 1 point above the 'low' mark, and into the mid-range. As I was told earlier, this is 'up for discussion' as to whether or not I should do chemo. To…
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My moms mass
So I'm not to sure what to say here but recently the doctors have discovered a mass that was 34 centimeters on her ovarie. She said she would be needing surgery and probably chemo. This is all the information she would give me. Is 34 centimeters considered big? Will she be okay?
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Merry Christmas
Hello Dearest Ladies, Merry Christmas to each of you. I hope this holiday finds you warm and surrounded by family and friends who love you... I have been so busy with the business in Florida. Flying across the country every month has really taken most of my time and all of my energy. Things are looking up, and hopefully…
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My mom diagnosed with ovarian cancer
Hi Members, My mom is 61 years old and she is diagnosed with ovarian cancer. CA 125 is 5000 and she has a tumor on her left ovary. CT scan revealed that she has large complex and solid left ovarian mass with post contrast heterogeneous enhancement with necrotic center. The size of the mass is 94x87x48 MM. It says…
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Thank You
To those who post upon this board For me you've struck a special chord. Your caring,kindness,help and information Gave much help with problems- even constipation! I know that when needed you'll all be there, And that is why I especially wanted to share My warmest Season's Greetings to your families and you With lots…
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A question
What is the scoop on taxotere? I'll have my first infusion January 8. What can I expect? Having the port put in December 30. Not the way I thought I'd be starting 2014 but I'll deal with it as I have the other two times, taking a cue from the courage and grace shown by you, my sisters. Karen
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Alexandra
Just checking up on Alexandra...seeing how you are. Maybe I missed you! Best, Debra
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How many of you ladies have made changes, either small or drastic to your diets?
Hi Ladies, For a wihle I was eating healthy. Green smoothies daily, more fruits and veggies than I had ever eaten in my life probably. Slowly I slipped back into many old habits. Now that the cancer is growing, I'm feeling desperate. I know that a change in diet can only help, not hurt me. Any suggestions or comments? The…
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Votrient
Hello Ladies..!! I do not see a single post here with a listing of new treatments... BUT, I just read on another forum that there is a Clinical Trial using Votrient on other Cancers. Votrient is a failry new drug that is mostly used for Kindey Cancer. So here is some good news.. there are 3 women on this trial that have…
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Dysgerminoma
Hi, Denmark calling. Does anybody have experiences with the diagnose Dysgerminoma?? My wife has it, with a few metastases.. she has just begun chemo - and is pretty scared of it.. Hope you have experiences you'd like to share.. yours jesper
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Been away
was very ill last week..low immunity..dehydration...rectal abcess...( ouch) and low mag and potassium. Was on IV fluids and antibiotics. My abcess and to be cut and drained...very painful. Can't complain about the care I received as I new most off staff. I came home last Thursday ...weak but getting better...appetite is…
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Cancers you probably don't care about
Apparently this is one in a series, and it is make a point. Unfortunately I think the readers are talking more about the "cancers you don't care about" vs. the cancer itself. In any event, this was sent to me and I thought you ladies might like it.…
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Dr. Oz Show Today
For those of you who watch the Dr. Oz Show, he's scheduled to cover risk factors associated with ovarian and pancreatic cancers on today's show. Kelly
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Here I go again, pre-scan anxiety
Hi Ladies. I will have scans this upcoming Tuesday (17th). I see the doctor the next day. Hoping I can remain on Doxil. It has kept me stable since March. I've now had 11 rounds of it. If things remain about the same, I will take round number twelve on Wednesday. Side effects from Doxil have been minimal with faituge and…
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UPDATE ON BREAST CANCER
I thought I would update all of you - surgery was last week. I saw my surgeon yesterday for a post op checkup. Surgery was last week, and the pathology came back with clear borders and no lymph node involvement! I can't tell you how happy we are. Now, they will do the oncatype testing on the tumor to check for possible…
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Ca125 how often?
I'm curious how often you typically have your CA 125 checked while in active treatment. It is actually my husband who is the patient, being treated with carbo did to suspected primary peritoneal cancer. He had it checked before his first chemo for a baseline. When should I expect his next test? Before each treatment, or…
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Stage IIIC at 18 years old
I guess I'm really just looking for advice; I stumbled across this site while searching the internet for more information. I have serous epithelial ovarian cancer stage 3c, and I was diagnosed about 2 months ago. I've since had to stop working and basically stay at home doing a whole lot of nothing, which is driving me…
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PAP/HPV Testing - why have it done. Suggestions?
I've posted this on the uterine site, but thought I would get your suggestions here. I was originally diagnosed with Endometrial Adenocarcinoma in 2005 which was found in my uterus, cervix and left ovary. I was treated as ovarian. Ok. why am I asking this? It is because I am wondering why exactly the gyne/oncologists do…
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To make us smile. Val, you'll enjoy this one!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pulZ3jgLM6o Poor kid!! Carla
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My one year Cancervarsary!
It's my one year Cancerversary! One year ago today I had surgery and was diagnosed with Stage three Ovarian Cancer. Still a shock when I think about it. But through the support, kindness, and information I found with this wonderful group of woman I came through it. You answered all my dumb questions and told me exactly…
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New diagnosis Complex Overian Cyst
Dear Sisters, I just got a diagnosis of a big complex cyst on my right ovarian. I need to find a good GYN Oncologist to have the operation for me in Houston area. Would you please give me a recommendation if you know one either from MD Anderson Center or a good surgeon in another organization? Thank you. Regards, Leo
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Tina is pain free and now resides in heaven with our son and other departed family members
Tina passed November 27 peacefully with all of us myself our two daughters and her mom and dad at her bed side. Tina fought so hard for 5 long years and the selfless person she was did not want to go around the holidays and bum everyone out. But God had other plans. She will be greatly missed but just knowing her pain is…
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I'M BACK!
Well, surgery for the breast cancer went well. The mass and 2 lymph nodes were removed. Pathology should be back by next week. Minimal discomfort - just some stiffness in the area. The real 'pain' was the reaction to the anesthetic and all the meds. I did not handle it well, so they decided to keep me overnight, for which…
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calm my fears
I got my results yesterday from my transvaginal ultrasound and am a very worried. I have been referred to an OB/GYN for the next steps. The nurse said "I don't want to scare you but your endometrio lining is thickened which could mean you have endometriosis. You also have cysts on your ovaries oh and you probably already…
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Poem: "The Whispering One"
"The Whispering One."(Poem read at a Breast Cancer Forum). Well, you may ask now "What is it?" And might not know when it comes to visit. The "Whispering One" won't announce it's arrival But it could threaten your very survival! This problem called the "Whispering One" Does not have a sense of fun, It comes along with…
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Mom was recently diagnosed with Ovarian CA
My Mom was recently disgnosed with Ovarian Ca. I am new to this board but have used this board for my sister who recently passed from a battle with colon Ca. My Mom had a biopsy scheduled on Wednesday. They want to start her on a clinical trial for women over 70. She will be 82 next week. They found 2 bilateral masses and…
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a different kind of day
Thursday, spent the day with my birth family, it was a wonderful afternoon connecting. Friday, started cooking, baking, etc... when mom called and said to come to her house ( 3 blocks away), she did not feel well. Got there and called 911 and I followed the ambulance to the hospital. Her heart was out of rhythm, she has…
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Rosamond M
Where is our poet Rosamond? Come back we miss you.
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Happy Thanksgivukkuh!
Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Hanukkah to all my teal sisters...hope everyone is going to have a great holiday (one or both)!
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Free House Cleaning for Women with Cancer
"Cleaning For A Reason" is a nonprofit organization offering free professional house cleanings to women undergoing cancer treatment. As a nonprofit serving the entire United States and Canada, they partner with maid services to help women undergoing treatment for cancer. Don't let all pink signage on their web-site fool…