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Ovarian Cancer

scans today not good after 3 rounds cistplatin/taxol Anyone had lipos/doxo?
I recurred in May after about 7 months remission. My old dr. has had me on three rounds of cistplatin/taxol. After I developed pneumonia in August, my dosage of both drugs was reduced by 20%. I changed drs. I saw my new one for the first time last week. I had abdominal/pelvic/chest CT today. He called me a little while…
This sucks!
I know I have only had one treatment, but this bites. I was feeling pretty good since my first chemo this past Wednesday. Tonight I feel wheepy, tired, body aches. I was a formally very active person. Working a lot and working out at the gym and riding my racing bike in warm weather. Now I am reduced to laying in bed at…
I feel good about this
Well, this is day 3 after Chemo counting chemo day. I had my very first one on Wednesday.So far I have been eating, no nausa, and just a little tired. I even went for a walk with my dog. About a mile. I hope this is what its going to be like for me. I am going to take advantage of the times I feel good. Now time to rest....
Anxiety!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hi everyone. Well, I start my first Chemo next Wednesday. Today I went shopping for hand sanitizers, new tooth brush, face masks, special floss that won't make me bleed, etc. This past Wednesday I found a wig I liked. I also purchased some hats and scarves. I am ready. I have known that I have cancer since October 2nd,…
Doxil? Well, I think I'm losing my mind. Third attempt about new drug
From another board, I have learned that the drug my dr. plans to try next is Doxil. What can anyone tell me about it? Did you have success with it? My recurrence is all lymph node involvement. Thanks. Carla
Doxil Side Effects
Hi all, I am now into my second treatment of Doxil and at about the two week point of this 4 week cycle I have been hit with burning hands and feet, blotchy but non-itchy rash on lower legs and fore arms, prickly itchy heat type rash on my chest, back and thighs and unpleasant reflux (which I have under control with…
My first Chemo today and problems
Well, I had Carboplatin and Taxol today for my very first chemo. The needle went into the port with no pain. Started off good. Then the nurse started the drip of Taxol and in less than 5 minutes I had a reaction. My face got bright red, my breathing was labored, and my blood pressure went up to 180/110. They gave me a 30…
GARDEN GAL
I am quite concerned as I have not seen a post from garden gal for a while now. If you are there garden gal, please let us know you are alright - been thinking about you. Tina xxxxx
Here is the link to the chemo my doctor plans to start next week (cont. from previous post)
http://www.macmillan.org.uk/Cancerinformation/Cancertreatment/Treatmenttypes/Chemotherapy/Individualdrugs/Liposomaldoxorubicin.aspx Anyone had this? Thanks, Carla
I'm hesitant to post this, because I don't want to discourage any of us
However, how do we cope when we know we are losing another "teal sister." I know a lady who was diagnosed with OVCA maybe two years ago? Anyway, I just learned tonight that they're giving her only 3-4 months to live. She is the head librarian where my daughter attends college (a small private, Christian school). My…
Well went in yesterday for the results of my pet scan...back to chemo
My doctor said the pet scan shows two spots one between my liver and kidney the other in my abdomanal area,one is one cintermeter the other is one and 1/8 in size,he said we could watch them for awhile are do 6 chemo treatments,I told him chemo i would reather go on and get it over.He said if my insurance will except it he…
Latest CA 125 result
ia 24, down 5 from last month. The Tamoxifen is still working. It took 16 days for the letter to come. I am too chicken to call, it makes me nervous. It usually takes about 10 days. I am going to ask my doctor about that next visit. I am already due for another one on November 13th. The fun never stops, huh ladies?…
Three Year anniversary
Exactly three years ago yesterday i was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. today i feel very good and am back to my old self. still waiting on the results of my last blood work to come back, praying it does not show lymphoma. Life is great and i am so gratfeul to be alive
Surgery date
Hi ladies! I finally got my surgery date, for 11/06/12, I am feeling anxious but at the same time can't wait to put this behind me. I am lucky for the amazing support team i have! If you have any tips on how to get through recovery I'd more than appreciate it!! Thanks. Hope all is well with you ladies.
CT Scan and Power Port Removal
It's been awhile since I have been on here. I think that means I'm getting along pretty well now. It has been a year since my OC diagnosis and surgery. I finished up 8 rounds of chemo in mid-February. I'm finally getting past some of the post chemo pain in my feet and knees. My hair has grown back. I just went for my 2…
Hallelujah Acres products anyone?
http://ecommerce.hacres.com/?utm_source=Hacres&utm_medium=Web&utm_term=Nav&utm_campaign=E-Commerce Hi Ladies? Have any of you purchased any products from Hallelujah Acres? Thanks, Carla
Dr. Joel Wallach. (naturopath) Has anyone ever heard of him?
Hello Ladies, My daughter's roommate contacted me yesterday saying they were meeting with Dr. Joel Wallach yesterday and today. She arranged a three way call for me with him and his assistant this afternoon. I realize he was in a hurry, but I must say his personality on the phone did not impress me. He told me to avoid…
Stop chemotherapy at the 4th cycle? Too soon?
My mother was diagnosed with ovarian cancer Stage IIIc in June this year, had 2 cycles of Carbo/Taxol then debulking surgery in September. Since then she had 2 more cycles of chemo. CA125 went from 1600 at the time of diagnosis to now 25 right before her 4th cycle. She had a total of 4 cycles of chemo. She is starting to…
He-4 vs. CA-125
Has anyone experienced an elevated He-4 but a normal CA -125? My doc said the He-4 was more specific to OC but I don't see many posts about ladies being tested for that marker.
Alexandra where are you???
Hi Alexandra - How are you doing? I haven't seen you post since the day you got home after your hysteretomy. How is it going? Will you be haveing chemo again? Thinking of you. Hope all is well...
Gynecological Cancer Retreat
I had the pleasure of attending a ground breaking retreat this past weekend for suvivors of gynecological cancers, primarily ovarian. 22 cancer survivors attended, at various stages in their journey. We spent so much time sharing experiences and bonding. We ate delicious food aimed at health. One of the suvivors is my…
new diagnosis
So I am newly diagnosed with ovarian cancer stage 3c, had my consultation today and just waiting for my surgery date. Its so scary but relieved things are starting. Right now I am dealing with panic attacks, bloated stomach, lack of appetite. I just cant wait for it to be over.
Crazy things happening
Crazy things happening here. I had my last chemo treatment July, 28 this year. Now I am experiencing acid reflux. Never had it before. Doctor is not sure if it is caused by the chemo or not. Any one have any experience with this. What helped? Have noticed a couple of other ladies from Maine on this board. I do not know…
Microscopic cancer
I was diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer in may 2012. It presented itself with several rumors in my chest cavity. They took a biopsy and the markers came back ovarian markers. Took my CA 125 and it was 3200. They did a ct scan and could not see any cancer. Had 4 rounds chemotherapy and rumors in chest cavity were gone.…
My mom has been diagnosed
My mom was just diagnosed. She is 72 and lives in Pittsburgh,I am in Baltimore. I am trying to do my best, along with my sister, to help her but we feel very helpless at times. She does not want to join a support group, does not want counseling (all things I would do) and I'm struggling with how to back-off and not try to…
Salad Dressing Recipe?
Hi Ladies, I do like salads and I'm trying to them more often. However, does anyone have a low calorie, healthy salad dressing recipe? Thanks, Carla
Wigs and hair loss
For those of you who went wig shopping how many went for a real hair one. Are they worth it? They are so expensive.
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Any one heard from Anne Behymer and Arizona Grandma? Just wondering how they are doing. Best, Debrajo
6 weeks and still waiting
It will be 6 weeks this coming friday since i had blood drawn to check for lymphoma. they are checking my t cell gene rearangemnet. If you can all pray it will come back normal and no signs of cancer it will be appreciated. Hugs Lynda
Support Groups
Today I am going to a support group at the Patrick Demspey Center for Hope and Healing. I sure hope it is a possitive experience and does not make me more stressed out. I was told it was a good idea and they help.

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