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Hormones after hysterectomy
So what are you all doing regarding needing hormones after a hysterectomy, but going through chemo and just having cancer in general. How do hormones and the cancer work. I had read up a lot about using bio-identical hormones post-hysterectomy, but now I am wondering how this will effect all the other stuff the body is…
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Has anyone every heard of Abraxene?
Hello, I haven't been on here too much lately. Dealing with lots of pain. Had pet/scan and found out that it wasn't good. I had my children go in with me this time so they could ask any questions they wanted. The scan showed more progression on the liver. They also seen somethin on my lungs and on my breast bone, but the…
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Update...
Well this week will be my 9th week of chemo. It has been 10 weeks since starting, but had to skip one week due to blood counts. So far doing ok....no mouth sores, no neuropathy!!! Yea! I am terrible fatigued and sometimes and more so short of breath. I know when my red blood counts are low because any activity causes…
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Getting tested
Hello All, Usually I cone to the site for info for my mom. But now I need my own advice! My mother passed from ovarian cancer on 5-14-12 after being diagnosed on 2-21-12 after her surgery. Well I already have my own diagnosis of poly cystic ovarian syndrome (meaning multiple cysts on my ovaries). Now I'm having problems. A…
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I am still waiting for pet scan results.
I had the scan Wednesday evening at 6PM and the tech told me I would hear from my doctor on Thursday or Friday. Now it is Monday and I am getting nervous. I have been strong but am starting to crumble a little. I am too chicken to call myself. Has anyone had a similar experience? I want to think that no news is good news…
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How do you cope with the outlook for Ovarian Cancer?
I hate to make anyone fearful, but the outlook for this cancer is not too promising. For those of you that are diagnosed with it, how do you cope? I am just freaked out, of course. I was looking forward to feeling a bit better after surgery, but now I feel like, so what's next to deteriorate and need to be removed?! I know…
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teresa 92
I saw your post ona link that had been started along time ago and wanted to start a new link for you I understand you are 20 years old and taking care of your dear mother who is in her 50's and she was just diagnosed with stage 3 PPC. I am glad you found our site as you will find out lots of info and tips and loving…
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Bowel obstruction
Has anyone had surgery for a bowel obstruction? My mum has one and they aren't sure whether it is scar tissue or not? She is getting tightness in her chest I think it's because the gases and fluids can't escape. If anyone can shed some light that would be very helpful. Tali
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Surgery in the morning
So at 11am tomorrow I am going in for an open surgery. They will be doing a full hysterectomy and testing the cysts then they will determine if I need the heated chemo and I guess what you call the debulking. They never really explained it that much, I have learned most of what I know from here. Please be praying that a…
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Just join and say "Hello"
I was dx last year for two illnesses. One was ovarian cancer (1C) and the other was Dermatomyositis which caused me muscle damages and swallowing problems. After 2 surgeries and 5 round of chemo, I was in NED Jan this year. My muscles are improving too. However, my skin continues to be problematic: itchy, red and…
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Has anyone ever had a panendoscopy done?
My doctor has ordered a panendoscopy for me probably in about two weeks. Has anyone had this? I wish I could stop being so scared. See my posts below. No matter how hard I try, I'm having a tough time getting a hold on things. I think that the unknown is troubling me as much as anything is. Thanks Ladies, You're all…
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Has anyone had a recurrence tht did NOT begin in the abdominal area?
AS I posted the other day, it appears as though I have a recurrence (after 9 months of remission). However, abdominal area is clean on both CT and petscans. CA-125 a few weeks ago was 12.8. My doctor (medical oncologist) does not think the node in my neck is ovarian for these reasons. He said it would be so rare for it to…
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NED! Welcome back, Buddy.
I finished with my six rounds of Gemzar/Carbo, my follow-up PET/CT scan is clear, and my CA-125 is 7. Yay! Much rejoicing and sighs of relief. But. (There's always something, right?!). I will be on maintenance Gemzar/Carbo, which basically means it will be given every 5 weeks instead of every 3. The reasons, according to…
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I am not getting good news
Hi Ladies, had a CT scan 3 weeks agao while in hospital, although they didn't use the IV contrast they were checking for my hernia. Anyway, it showed my tumors are growing, but I knew that because I can actually feel them getting larger. Been thru Carboplatin alone & it did nothing this last time. Saw onc. last week, now…
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CANNOT Lose This Weight
Ok, so I just joined a few minutes ago out of sheer desperation. I have survived Stage IIIc Ovarian Cancer having been in remission since September 18, 2011 after 6 rounds of chemo. I had a total hysterectomy, appendectomy, and omentum removed. After my surgery I was afraid to eat because I didn't want discomfort from the…
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Walking
My mom stage IIIc after 5th round of chemo she can no longer walk, hitting her hard now beibg 82 doesn't help any. Is it the chemo everything was fine
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Update- my CT results, any thoughts??
So I had my appt for pre-op today. We also went over the CT scan results. The Dr. believes there are spots on my appendix, spleen, possibly on my colon, and bowel. He still says there is always a possibility that it will just be endometriosis, but they are preparing for the worst... that it is cancer and it has spread. I…
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I am getting apprehensive
about my first pet scan. I have had at least 4 ct scans which are not that bad. I am most worried about being in a tunnel in the dark. I was told to fast for 6 hours before and drink only water. I read somewhere not to exercise vigorously which is never a problem in my life but I do go to yoga on that day. I think I'll…
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Looks like fun!
You run for free if your a cancer survivor! http://www.godirtygirl.com/
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TX Oncology?
Just wondering who else gets their treatment at Tx Oncology
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IBS and raw veggies
Hi Ladies, I have had IBS for several years. Compared to many people, my symptoms are mild. However, the more frequently I eat salads and other fresh raw veggies, the more often I experience diarrhea. Does anyone else have this problem? I am seriously considering purchasing a Ninja for Vitamix blender. I have read that it…
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Have a Doctor Appointment on Wednesday
I don't know if I have ovarian cancer or not. I have an appointment on Wednesday. Backgroiund: Diagnosed with breast cancer over 10 years ago, no problems. My back has hurt for the last three years. I told my oncologist about it, she told me to lose weight and do stretching exercises. Back pain being one of the most common…
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Taste in mouth
I know this has probably been discussed many times on here but just getting to me now and could use some practical suggestions on on ways to help the chemical taste in my mouth. have been using gum and sugar free candy. Any suggestions are welcome. Have had four out of six of my treatments. Each treatment seems to bring…
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New Curly Hair
On the lighter side of things....just wondering how many of you when your hair started growing back had curly hair. I have never had curly hair in my life! Even as a baby my mom tells me she couldn't even get my hair to curl around her finger. So I have always had short and straight hair. I didn't think it was coming in…
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Mom's birthday party
I had a great day yesterday. It was just what I needed. I woke up and did not really feel like starting the day because I knew I had a lot of work ahead of me. I tend to get a little ambitious with the menu when I have a party. I kissed my mom and wished her a happy birthday, then headed to the kitchen to began preparing…
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Could it not be ascites?
Symptoms of bloating (constant) up to rib cage and pain after eating. Does anyone know if it could be something else like an ulcer? I had been eating lots of beans which upset my stomach immensely so I wonder if that could have caused an ulcer? Thanks
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Not the happiest camper...
My count doubled from 23 to 46 so now I will be scheduled for a ct scan. The onc told me I would have a petscan but the NP said the ct is better(?). I took it well; I wasn't really surprised. I only got emotional when I told her I hate the thought of putting family and friends "through it" again. The onc said she's known…
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Did anyone have major acites and not have cancer?
I have what the radiologist called massive acites and read that it is rare that massive amount of fluid is very rarely from endometriosis. I am so scared and worried now. I was hanging onto the hope that it could be endo, but all of my symptoms are poiting to cancer. So scared.
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Did surgery help most of your symptoms??
I am 40 yrs old. No ovarian cancer in the family. I have a complex minimally septated cyst on each of my ovaries. One is 8cm, the other is 7 cm. My symptoms are: massive abdominal ascites, constipation, indigestion, heart burn, slight nausea, constant dry mouth, excessive thirst, slight back pain, abdominal hernia, major…
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Partial Obstruction of the Small Intestine due to Surgery Adhesions - have you had this? How did yo
I've been in the hospital twice in less than a month because of a partial obstruction of my small intestine due to surgery adhesions (scarring). The main reason why I ended up in the hospital both times was because the abdominal pain would not stop (a crampy pain that came in waves every couple of minutes) and the pain and…