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Cisplatin
I had my first infusion of this (evil) chemo 2 weeks ago and I can honestly say it is the worse chemo I have had so far. On the plus side I only have to have 2 more :) I appear to have had ALL the side effects which have lasted 2 weeks and counting. I have actually been vomitting along with feeling nauseous. However that…
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Why am I running fever? My throat has been a little scratchy today.
I have been running a temp. of around 99.2-99.9. Supposed to start back in treatment in the morning. Guess if I'm still feverish then, they'll put me on antibiotics and postpone. Always something with this stupid disease, isn't it? Carla
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Sister diagnosed with Stage II Ovarian CA
Hi everyone, My 32 y/o sister was recently diagnosed with stage 2 OVCA. She has undergone TAHBSO last Friday and is seeing her doctor on Monday to discuss her chemo treatment. Because of this, I have been browsing the net just to learn more about this disease. The things I've read are really worrisome but I have to be…
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Organic Milk?
Hi Ladies, I do not use much milk, but I have been buying Wal-Mart brand of organic since my diagnosis last year. Is this truly organic? My sister said from what she understands it means only that chemicals were not used around the cows. Does it still contain hormones? Thanks for the info. Carla
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my scan came back great no cancer
i got the results of my scan today and praise God it showed no cancer, no lymphoma, no cancer at all. thanks for praying for me
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Felicia_205
Has any one heard from Felicia? I thing see was due for a Pet scan and was in the hospital.
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Why so many steroids with cisplatin?
Hi Ladies, I will begin cisplatin/taxol next week for recurrence. Last year I took six rounds of carbo/taxol. I have been prescribed Dexamethason (4mg) 5 tablets the night before a treatment, and 5 tablets the morning of the treatment. I assume they will be giving me more steroids along with Benadryl for the pre-meds. I…
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I start my chemo back on Tuesday (8-7)
UGH!
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Feeling better
Today, I finally got chemo again!!! I missed two weeks due to WBC and then platelets. I was just on the edge today, but he approved chemo anyway. It feels good to have another chemo session done. 7 more to go. The other good news is I also had my CA125 done and even with only one chemo session in the last three weeks, my…
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Dr. Appt.
Hi Ladies..Well I had my doc appt. today..I will be on avastin every other week and cytoxin 50 mg. daily. My ca125 is now up to 1000, and my platelets dropped back down to 62. I have not been able to take any chemo because my platelets have been too low. We needed to try something that wouldn't effect my platelets so…
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My cancer loves me
And won't leave numbers came down one stinking point so I will be on Carbo/Taxol gor another six months. Hoping it will go by better for me. Time to get out big girl panties and all of my arsenal and fight like hell. Hope you are well....Val
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What are you thankful for today?
Always makes me feel better to think on the things I am blessed with. Here is my list: 1. My Savior, Jesus 2. My family 3. Friends 4. Gods word and promises I do hate this disease we have but focusing on anything good will strengthen us for the journey.
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Saw my dr. today. First recurrence after nine month complete remission.
cisplatin/taxol every 3 weeks for 6 rounds. He said he hopes he can put me back in remission. I am stage 3c clear cell. Any one had these drugs? What can I expect? Very upset and nervous, plus just MAD about it!!! Since my kids lost their dad two yrs. ago, I want to live to see my daughter finish college (Dec. '13), both…
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I Got My Scan Results
Doctor's office called this morning and the nurse told me my reslts. She said everything looked good. There was no cancer. We have an appointment for Friday morning and the doctor will go over them with us. She wanted to let me know to stop worrrying and that all was good Eileen
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where are hizzy fitz and nancy
have not seen thses 2 ladies for awhile on here, anynone know how they are
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Question
I don't have ovarian cancer, my dx was appendix cancer but had a scare in April thinking the cancer had spread to ovary so my right ovary was removed. Anyway, this surgery in April combined with the surgery last year on appendix/colon put me into menopause. Not on any hrt right now but started Remifemin about 6 weeks ago.…
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Get my scan in the morning
I get my scan in the morning if you all will pray for me. I am praying they will find no lymphoma and no cancer of any kind. Thanks in advance for praying Hugs Lynda
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The Mystery of Cancer
I found this talk by researcher Mina Bissell to be hopeful a new understanding of cancer
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Etoposide
There seems to be very little information about etoposide and almost no discussion. Even on the csn discussion boards few people have taken it and only one or two report what it was like. Is there anyone out there who has actually used it for any length of time? I am considering starting and would like to know what I am in…
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I hate this dispicable disease
It has taken so many precious lives and now Linda(Clamryn). I have been on this board for two years and have never known so many truly genuine, kind, loving and supportive women. My heart is breaking once again. As I said to Shannon, we already knew Linda was having a tough time but she still came to the board to give…
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Mweee Maria Question for you
In the years since you have beat ovarian cancer have you had any reoccurences? If so where did they pop up and how soon? How did they treat them? I hope you dont mind me asking. Im new here and just finished chemo a month ago for 3C... Thank you Eileen
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Mom is BRCA2 positive, I don't know if I want to get tested
Hello ladies, We found out two weeks ago my mom is BRCA2 positive... Her mom died of pancreatic cancer at 60 (I never knew this was related) and mom was 61 when she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. She is "insisting" I get tested... I am 36, married 8.5 years, no kids yet (if ever, but that's another story LOL). I don't…
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First recurrence treatment?
Hi Ladies, I meet with my oncologist tomorrow to discuss his treatment plan. After nine months of complete remission, I have my first recurrence. I was first diagnosed in May '11. What drugs have any of you had for recurrence? Wonder if I will be given carbo/taxol/avaistan again? I'm just frustrated, discouraged, and…
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Hi Val (poopergirl)
I'm sorry that you're having a rough patch. Run chemo #6 in to the endzone like your Buffalo Bills would. We're always right here for you. (((HUGS))) Maria
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new meds
Hi all..It has been awhile since I have been able to post. I have been unable to take any chemo for almost 8 weeks now due to platelets being too low. I last had gemzar on June 7. I went to Florida to M.D.Anderson cancer hospital and met with Dr. Schimp. She was wonderful. I wanted a second opinion. I was dx'd in 4/11, had…
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i'm sad
Just posting a vent today....I'm sad.... My whole life has changed since March. In the beginning I was strong...believing 18 weeks of chemo, I can do it!!!I work every morning and see my own patients. Then every afternoon I try to sleep or at least rest. I've changed my diet and eating habits. I have chickens now so that…
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Ovarian cancer... what would slight, radiating pain in underarm/breast indicate?
I have been told after 3 ultrasounds that I most likely have ovarian cancer. In the past 10 days my symptoms are increasing. The weirdest one is this slightly warming, minute that pain surges through my under arms then into the breast. My lymph nodes do not feel swollen. Any thoughts as to what is going on? Should I rush…
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ca125 over 2000
was told this morning, needless to say the chemo I was on is not working navelbine. Dr has ordered a cat scan waiting to hear when. Will be talking to the Dr some more on what to do next. We talked this morning about a procedure called desensitizing so I can have cabo again had a bad reaction my 9th treament. Also some…
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Question for chemo grads
I finished my chemo 1 month ago today. I am doing very well and have gotten alot of my energy back. When I am tired I rest but I have noticed I don't need naps anymore... I have also noticed that my legs hurt once in a while. I have a mild case of neuropathy in my feet only. The left is worse than the right. I have noticed…
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Shaved My Legs Today :~)
Of all the places for the hair to grow back first. I was laying on the couch the other night watching tv with the family and my son who was sitting next to me (had my legs across his lap) rubbed my leg. He got all excited and said "Mommy you need to shave those legs" We all laughed... This is the second time. The first…