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World Ovarian Cancer Day
26 ovarian cancer organizations from 17 countries around the world will unite to educate their communities about ovarian cancer and its symptoms.
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Lymphedema after hysterectomy - compression garment question
Hi all, Shortly after my complete hysterectomy for the ovarian cancer, I developed lymphedema. I curently have it under control with compression stockings, manual lymphatic drainage and walking for exercise albeit minor given I'm still on chemo. The edema extends from my hips to just above knees and I need 20-30…
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Doxil delay due to low platelet counts: they're up and down
HI Ladies. My monthly doxil treatment was delayed yesterday for the 3rd consecutive week. I have had 5 treatments, on schedule. Last week they were up to 88. Dr. felt confident they would be in the 90's by this week. Nope! Down to 73. He is certain that it is because I have had so much chemo. 6 rounds of…
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last chemo
So today was my last chemo treatment. Have to do the next 6 days of neupogen injection. Then follow up with my dr at the end of the month for bloodwork, ct scan to see where i stand. Hopefully i will be NED. Keeping my fingers crossed.
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IP, Round 4, Hit the fan!
Thought I was getting through rounds 1-3 way too easy. Just fatigue for a day or two and slightly fuzzy brain. Finished round four last week and am still fatigued, fuzzy, and now have the dreaded neuropathy in my feet. The fatigue comes and goes. Is this normal for IP treatments? Usually it was just a day or two after the…
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Can anyone help a ovarian cancer patient in third world country?
Hello everyone. My mom has been diagnosed with third stage ovarian cancer last week. We are from a third world country of Nepal and are below poverty line. We do not have money for treatment and diagnosis so my mom is saying to let it go she is really depressed and has lost hope. I was wondering if there were any charities…
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Doc visit update
Hello ladies, Had a very nice and long , hour and a half visit with my doc. We went over a multitude of things. Most of my lab values were really good. Still have low white count but not drastic. he was concerned about me being dehydrated and that it is now showing up in my labs. I promised to try and drink more water and…
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Top Ten Ways To Know You Are A Cancer Survivor
10. Your alarm clock goes off at 6 a.m. and you're glad to hear it. 9. Your mother-in-law invites you to lunch and you just say NO. 8. You're back in the family rotation to take out the garbage. 7. When you no longer have an urge to choke the person who says, "all you need to beat cancer is the right attitude." 6. When…
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The beat goes on...
Saw my onc today for regular appt which I almost cancelled since I had spoken to her after last CA 125. I didn't cancel because I began having rashy areas on my arms and chest and itching almost everywhere else even with no sign of rash. I also had been experiencing pain on the right side of my stomach in the waist area.…
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Chemo #15 was thurdat
Ca-125 up a little but still normal ..I have one more to go...yippie!! Been having thrush after Chemo and rinsing with swish and swallow four times daily. Trying to stay focused and never give up hope. Today usi going to be a nice warm day...I may sit on my patio for awhile with my IV fluids and enjoy the day. Hope it is…
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Hi Forme (Lisha)
How are you doing these days? Kelly
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Best Ever Marigold Hotel
Sonny Kapoor: Everything will be all right in the end and if it's not all right, then it's not yet the end. Best Ever Marigold Hotel This is my favorite quote lately! I just wanted to let everyone know that after OVCA Stage IIIC (2010) was bumped up to OVCA Stage IV by brain mets(2011). I'm still here! I'm still NED, as…
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Juicing
Anyone know anything about juicing?
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Ovations for the Cure of Ovarian Cancer Mother's Day Auction
We're paying respect to all mothers who have survived, who are currently battling, and who have passed from ovarian cancer. The bidding has begun! Proceeds will go to Ovations for the Cure of Ovarian Cancer and its relentless pursuit of finding a cure for ovarian cancer—through research, awareness and patient programs. For…
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Iscador
Anyone try iscador injections(mistletoe) ? I've been giving these shot to myself 3 times per week. Just wondering if anyone else has tried these?
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Ovarian cancer vaccine
Well I found a Dr.Janos Tanyi at the University of Penn that is an Oncologist and specializes in the Ovarian cancer research and vaccine trials. Also, they accepted my insurance whcich was very rare and got me all excited. Well I tried to make an appt for a second opinion and they got all my records. They just called me…
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Ovarian cancer vaccine shows promise in trial
Hi ladies I found this news article on FOXNEWS.COM. Has anybody heard any details about this trial. Here is the link. http:www.foxnews.com/health/2013/04/08/ovarin-cancer-vaccine-shows promise-in-trial/ Joann
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Hippocrates Health Institute?
Has anyone ever heard of or had experience with the Hippocrates Health Institute in Florida? Considering it as an after treatment with the conventional stuff is over. Looks life a fancy cancer spa but have heard a wonderful story about it.
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Pamela B
Pamela B is MIA! Hasn't posted in over a month, after her first chemo session. I can't believe how concerned I feel about all the women on this Board. I really do care!
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Hi Kikz (Karen)
I was just wondering how you are doing and what's your doctor's game plan for you? Kelly
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CA-125 and other business
Well, I wrote on this board a couple of weeks ago about a test I had for Thyroid. It is fine!!! My blood work was redone and came back normal. All scans were normal. Yea! I have a question though...has anyone had their CA-125 tested at two different labs? Did you notice the readings are different. When I had me Ca-125 done…
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Just have to share
I'm extremely fortunate to be able to meet so many teal sisters through my connection with my naturopath and the retreats she holds for women with cancer. At the March retreat, she presented the treatment plans of a few volunteers, who were attending the retreat. These women were here to learn about cancer and to become…
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Video from MSKCC explaining why some of us get cancer
http://www.mskcc.org/education/high-school-outreach/why-we-all-don-t-get He tells us we're eating too many carbohydrates.
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Not what i want to be discussing
Since Feb ive been posting how my numbers have been going up. I did CT scan then a Pet scan now they have found four areas in question. Im going to Cancer Treatment Center of America have to do biopsis there and find out what method to address this with. Really sucks because it was a year ago in May that i finished my last…
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Has anyone out there been pregnant and diagnosed with OC simulatneously???
My story is rather long, so I'll just give you the abbreviated version..... I'm a 35 year old working wife/mom of 3 girls, ages 11, 8 & 5. I felt a mass in my abdomen in Oct. 2012 and went to see a gyn that specializes in pelvic surgery. Doc sent me for an ultraound in Nov. 2012 and found that I had a 16 cm mass on my…
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Patient-Specific Cancer Cell Lines Designed To Predict Chemotherapy Sensitivity
In laboratory studies, scientists at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center have developed a way to personalize chemotherapy drug selection for cancer patients by using cell lines created from their own tumors. If the technique is successful in further studies, it could replace current laboratory tests to optimize drug…
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Hypochondria + Free Canadian Healthcare = ???
For the last 3-4 weeks I have been having all kinds of aches and pains, especially upper back and joints. Plus persistent cough (cold? smoking?), foggy brain and sleepiness (chemo? menopause? being lazy?) - obviously I have diagnosed myself with brain, lung and bone cancer. Don't judge. At least I ruled out prostate…
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Help
Hello,I'm 27 years old and since January have been having on again off again pelvic pain and lower back pain.ive had a Pap test which was fine and have had three dr do a pelvic exam and have had an abdominal ultrasound done all which they said is fine.for the last week though I have had spotting everyday even though my…
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This story is 1 year old... tragic and inspirational
Bride-to-be, 32, dies of ovarian cancer 90 minutes before she was due to get married Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2122264/Bride-32-dies-ovarian-cancer-90-minutes-walk-aisle.html
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Swelling in legs and painful knee joints
I haven't been on the board for awile, but wanted to stop by and ask a question. I was diagnosed with stage 1C ovarian a year ago, had a complete hysterectomy, oopherectomy, omenectomy, and the removal of several lymph nodes (not sure how many). I went through 8 rounds of taxol/carboplatin (once every three weeks) and…