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Uterine/Endometrial Cancer

Went to dermatologist
I had some spots on my face I wanted checked out. One in particular would pop out everytime I had chemo. Then it would go away until I had my next chemo. Since I stopped chemo the spot came back and another spot appeared. So the dermatologist did 4 biopsies. Three on my face and one on my back. I don't know how long the…
What I learned at the lymphodema therapist this morning...
I almost felt silly going in to see the lymphodema specialist this morning, as my ankles look almost normal with both bones visible on each. But she still took me seriously and spent an hour and a half with me and taught me a lot. It is really best to meet with a specialist as soon as you start getting that 'heavy…
Anti-Inflammatory Food Pyramid
Llight you got me thinking about anti-inflammation and found not many specifics in my files. Did some research and as we all know, a picture is worth a thousand words...link below. If you look at the chart, so much of the foods & spices many others on our site have spoke about being tops on our "good list".....turmeric,…
One More Three Month Appointment - Then it's every six months... Wahoo
I had a new Oncol this appointment. He looked at my charts and said "oooo, you had that type of cancer". Being very thorough he thought he saw a lesion in the v... did a biopsy, awwwwwwwwww, but then felt it was just scaring from the radiation. Thanks Doc! Will know results in 10 days but not worried. My CA125 has come…
Diane thinking of you
Diane I am wishing you the very best as you enter the hospital. Don't know if you will be able to post while you are in the hospital. Know that you remain in my prayers, and I hope the surgery goes well and you tolerate the chemo drugs without any complications. I hope everything goes as expected and the medicine will kill…
SHINGLES!
Ok after all the cancer treatment and , all that that entails ! 7 months clear and cancer free, feeling good this summer now I have shingles, due , the doc says , from depleated immune system! any one go through this ? any suggestions, it started on my arm near armpit, then spread around to the back and across the back in…
Exercise & Cancer
Jan’s post in another thread about exercise got me interested in doing some research. I thought I’d share what I found on exercise and cancer risk. I included the breast cancer/exercise stats because I couldn’t find anything like it regarding endometrial cancer survivorship. Exercise measurements are made in METS which you…
Anticancer / Dr. Servan-Schreiber, MD, PhD 1 hr. video
Incredible lecture given by Servan-Schreiber at UCSF. Discusses the studies and perspectives of why oncologists say what they say, dismissively, about diet and exercise. His arguments backed by science. A must-see! Natural Defenses in Preventing and Treating Cancer - UCtelevision http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XaDt3AJQ98c…
Videos on Anticancer subjects
Here's a list of videos and short web pages that cover information on the following: Anticancer foods & guidelines --Dr. Servan-Schreiber --Dr. Béliveau Vitamin D --Dr. Cedric Garland USP Verified Dietary Supplements Exercise American Diet http://csn.cancer.org/node/198749 I will update when I find new info. Feel free to…
Is anyone currently taking Provera hormone therapy to slow the progression of the cancer?
My doctor wants me on this. I seem to have significant side effects every time I try-I am going to try again this week. Anyone out there that is taking this and what are you experiencing? I have stage 3c and am post chemo and radiation.
new research: Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping for Cervical and Endometrial Cancer Continues to Evolve
Elsevier Global Medical News. 2010 Aug 11, D Brunk Fewer than 10% of gynecologic oncologists use sentinel lymph node mapping for cervical cancer, and less than 5% use it for endometrial cancer, according to Dr. Nadeem R. Abu-Rustum. To his mind, these rates are "a shame" in today's clinical practice. "A lot of people are…
Words of encouragement
Hello Ladies, It has been one month since my hysterectomy and I am feeling almost back to normal. I had been telling everyone that I am emotionally doing fine, but knew that deep down inside I was not. I saw a therapist this past friday and I think that talking honestly about cancer and the feelings of loss due to not…
My Good News continued
Saw my gyn-onc finally for his thoughts on test results - essentially a clean CT and ca125 of 15 -- re continuing chemo or not. His words were 'phenomenal response to chemo' and 'complete remission'. For how long? could be forever ;-), just noted with this type of cancer (UPSC) the caveat that it does tend to recur.…
Pelvic and Para-aortic Lymph Node Removal in Endometrial Cancer
New research out last month that I just saw today: Pelvic and Para-aortic Lymph Node Removal in Endometrial Cancer As Reported by HealthDay News. 2010 Feb 25 In women with endometrial cancer who are at medium to high risk for recurrence, removing both the pelvic lymph nodes and the para-aortic lymph nodes reduces mortality…
When Dr.'s say radiation and surgery are no longer an option
My mom was diagnosed with uterine cancer about 2 years ago. She got a round of chemo. Then, about 5 months after that, the cancer had apparently metastasized into her lower abdomen. She got very sick so she got another set of 6 chemo sessions with taxol and carbo. During her chemo she was doing pretty well. She even gained…
Abdominal Ascites
Has anyone had abdominal ascites (excess fluid) during treatment for endometrial cancer? My mother has Stage 4b UPSC and has completed 3/6 scheduled rounds of weekly carboplatin/paclitaxel. Despite having a couple early setbacks (kidney failure treated with ureteral stents, and a deep vein thrombosis in her leg) she was…
BPA in receipts
Also, did anyone see this in the news recently? BPA Receipts Bombshell – CBS, 7/27/2010 Some other enlightening articles on this subject Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals Pose Cancer Risk “The evidence indicates that exposure to BPA and other EDCs may contribute to diseases that manifest during adult life, such as increased…
President's Cancer Panel
Did anyone see the President's Cancer Panel report? It was published in April 2010. It recommends, “A precautionary, prevention-oriented approach should replace current reactionary approaches to environmental contaminants in which human harm must be proven before action is taken to eliminate or reduce exposure.” Here’s an…
Lost My Mother
My mother passed away on July 25th after battling Stage 3 UPSC for two years. Although she was very sick, we were able to enjoy her last month together, looking at pictures, holding hands and telling each other "I love you" as much as possible. My dad was an incredible caregiver through it all. She was able to stay at home…
sonogram-guided needle biopsy of lymph node
I had that lymph node that lit up so brightly on my last CT/PET scan biopsied today and wanted to share the experience in case any of you ever need to have a needle biopsy. Mine was done in the radiology department of the women's center where mammograms are given because of the location of the lymph node under my arm.…
judge in california just overturned proposition 8--the anti same sex marriage amendment!!
sisters, while this decision certainly will be appealed, this is a great day for the u.s., and anti-discrimination in general. thought i'd share the news--not that all lesbians and gays want to get married, or join the military for that matter, just that gays and lesbians can have the right to choose, like all other u.s.…
what excursions to take in upcoming cruise to alaska???
sisters, since this board seems to be very savvy re: cruises, thought i'd ask if anyone has taken the inside passage through alaska? my partner and i and sister and brother-in-law are taking the norwegian star from seattle to alaska, and will have port of calls in ketchikan, juneau, skagway and prince rupert. if anyone has…
Cheap drug shields kidneys from CT dye damage: study
I was searching the internet for something else when this page came up. I think it is worth to read since we are doing so many ct scans. "The use of contrast agents has brought enormous medical benefits, especially in angioplastic surgery, but has also heralded a steep rise in kidney failure, by far the most common and…
GOING FOR AN ENDOSCOPY TOMORROW
Send me good vibes please Ladies!!! I am going tomorrow morning for an endoscopy. It is a routine test scheduled by MD Anderson Cancer Center. They leave no stone unturned once you start to go there. Testing for things just in case. I am ok with that....and I can check out the upcoming activities there including the Cancer…
a lurker saying hello
hello, i have been reading at this discussion board for a few weeks, and i want to thank everyone here. when i had a question i just searched the threads and it has been reassuring to know that other people have already weathered or are weathering similar things. i have endometrial cancer, a grade 3 tumor. it is considered…
Sensitive subject
I will be finishing up radiation next week and have done my research about how to prevent vaginal narrowing. I had planned on having regular intercourse with my partner, but unexpectedly last weekend he broke up with me. Now I have to contemplate the vaginal dilator route. My questions: does the rad/onc office provide the…
Doxil
Has anyone taken doxil? How was it? when in therapy did your Doctor decide to use it? Diane
New to Board 2 Year Survivor
Hi I am new to this board. I am 2 year uterine cancer survivor Stage 1A Grade 1. I had a radical abdominal hysterectomy but no radiation. Glad to have found this board, and I wish I would have known about it when I was first diagnosed.
Hesterectomy
Hello everyone. Im new to this site and just wanted to know if anyone would share their experiance about their hesterectomy. Im 33 yeras old and have just accepted that I have cancer. I was told June of 09'. Ive never had children so I know thats out the door. Its just hard for me because when i found out about my cancer…
A Good News post
Latest CA125 now down to 15 from high of 658 in April! Doxil may have sent previous 250-ish number up, but this number is downright normal :-) CT scans show only thing of note that the para-aortic and aortocaval lymph nodes that were 2.6 cm and 2.0 cm respectively are now just 0.8 cm! See gyn-onc next week to see about…

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