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Results of Oncologist Appointment Today
I discussed a number of things with my oncologist today. I asked him if there is a limit to the number of times I would be able to have chemo in the future should my cancer return. He said there isn't. He said he's had patients who haven't been able to handle a second regimen, yet others who have had chemo 8-10 times. It…
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Chemo completed yesterday
I had my last round of chemo yesterday for the recurrence I had of my UPSC this year. I originally had stage IVb and was treated for that in 2010 with surgery and 6 rounds of Carboplatin and Taxol. This year's recurrence found the cancer had wrapped itself around the ascending colon and it was in the paracolic gutter and…
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Me outside cancer
Every loss of every dear sister makes me hunger for what their lives were before cancer. The loss of our dear Becca has amplified this. I realize this forum is public so we are somewhat guarded in our true identity but I'm challenging those of us that want to share a little bit of ourselves outside of cancer in this new…
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How do you care for a bald head?
I started losing my hair 15 days after my first treatment of taxol/carbo so had it shaved down to nubs lol . I had my 2nd treatment and 15 days after it most of my hair has come out, except for patches in the back. I have small red bumps and my Dr. prescribed mupirocin, which seems to be helping. I am using Johnson baby…
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beccabtown
I've been in touch with Becca's sister and I have sad news. Becca passed away yesterday morning with her dad and sister at her side. Rachel, her sister, wanted me to share the news here and wanted to make sure that we all know how much Becca valued our kindness and support. Memorial arrangements are pending, but I will…
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Metformin- cancer benefits on one page
Ladies, Since some of you are asking me to post my list on the benefits of metformin. Below is a list of 13 ways that metformin targets cancer. There are other many other processes involved but I'll start with some of the basics. Most people are aware of metformin as the leading diabetes drug in the world. It was first…
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surviving ??
Hi I am new to this site. I was diagnosised with stage 3 uterine cancer on 8/2/16, but no lymph involvment. I had a hysterectomy, chemo and radiation. In Febuary, I had a para aortic lymph node involved which shrank with Taxol but then started growing again. I am now on Doxal. I had a PET on Monday and get results…
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Cancer Across the Pond, Con't
Hey Ladies, I am home again after my 7th trip to Germany in 7 months (one more to go, then break for awhile, probably til the end of the year). While I was there, they completed the 4th chemoembolization of a 4 treatment plan (once a month for four months), and then two days later went in and did laser ablation on the…
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Avastin/Taxol
After what was clearly losing ground all summer, my onc is putting me on this Avastin/Taxol regimen for what he calls a "complete remission". But, I have a very large tumor on my neck and several suspicious spots, including the lung and thyroid. To complicate things, he is switching positions from one hospital to another,…
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My journey began 12 years ago
Well, on September 13, 2005, at age 45, I went in for what I was told a "Routine Hysterectomy", and now here I am (gratefully) twelvie years later after being diagnosed with Stage 3a Grade 2 Edometrial Adenocarcinoma way back then. What a roller coaster! I could rant on about all the issues I have had throughout these…
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Surgery date
I have a date for surgery - 10/2. I thought I would've been relieved but it opens up a whole bunch of "what ifs". Colonoscopy, CAT, pre surgery - all frightening stuff.
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Pregnant and uterine cancer
I had uterine cancer and was pregnant. My story www.livmodercancer.com
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Ft scan denied
Well after astressful week involving my mother-in law, I received a call from the oncologist office that my HMO insurance has denied me having a scan. I'm very upset about this since my original diagnosis was 3C with clear cell. Yes, I have been clear for a year but wanted some assurance that I was still. Ok they said I…
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Visit today with the oncologist
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Update after visit with Gynecologic Oncologist last week...
Had an appointment with my Gynecologic Oncologist last Monday, 9/11/17. It was nice to see him, but not nice to be back there. He examined me thoroughly and did a vault smear. He said that he thinks some of my symptoms (small amount of blood in underrwear a few times) might be from atrophy. Got a letter from his office…
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My Doctor says no unnecessary scans...
So I just completed my first line treatment for stage 4 grade 3 carcinosarcoma, saw my doctor today and he says my bloodwork looks good and I am in good overall health so he will not be doing any sort of scan. This has me very worried as I have always heard of people getting scans after their chemo was done. Maybe I am ill…
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Recently Diagnosed with Uterine Cancer
Hi. My name is Staci and I am 59 years old. I was just told this week that I have uterine cancer and am having a difficult time accepting the news. This all started about two months ago when I felt something wasn't right so I went to my doctor who advised me to have an abdominal and pelvic sonogram. The abdominal sonogram…
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In the path of the storm!
It always amazes me how life and life's problems can take a swift turn, so that one's focus moves from "Will I survive this cancer?" to "Will I have a home left when this hurricane is done with Florida"? Well, Irma appears to be setting it's small eye on Florida and in my case it ain't looking good. Forget buying water or…
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Anxiety
I want to recommend that anyone having anxiety get medication which has helped me a lot. My original physicIan ordered it for nighttime only - my oncologist has upped it to three times a day. It helps especially with the waiting for news and tests and lets me sleep at night. I've never used these medications before, but…
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New to board- curious about mets
Hello. My mom was diagnosed with UPSC almost 3 years ago. She had a hysterectomy & removal F all pelvic lymph nodes. They did not recommend chemo or radiation. They have been monitoring with scans. Recently she had me feel a lump that appeared on her chest. I called her oncologist & asked that they move up her scans BC she…
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currently cancer free but Doctors still want traditional Chemo done
Hi Everyone, Happy Thanksgiving and I hate to bother those who are in worse situations than me but I am at a loss. My story is already stated but instead of continuing on the same thread, I am hoping for your patience with me and some advice and I do know the decision is mine. Quick note, Diagnoised with utetine cancer in…
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Radiation Thread
I'm starting radiation on Monday and I was trying to find the thread on dealing with radiation, but I'm not coming up with it? I had a PET scan on Friday and I'm stressing while waiting for the results. My insides are still not feeling great almost 4 weeks after chemo and I don't know if it's that or spreading cancer. I…
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Should I go to ER?
So I have not been to my doc in at least 4 years. I'm 35, healthy and active. Not overweight. I have HPV. About 1 1/2 years ago I started having bleeding, like spotting after sex. It started every once in a while. Now its everytime. The last two periods I've had I also had some bleeding, NOT spotting, right in between…
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Treatment After Effects ?
I have Stage III, Grage 3 undifferentiated uterine cancer. In May, my 'routine' post-chemo CT scan showed mets to my retroperitoneal lymph nodes. I was about to start radiation, so the range was enlarged to include both pelvic and abdominal areas, going all the way up to my breastbone. I had 25 rounds, plus a 3-round…
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MMRT new diagnosis. What can I expect when I see the oncologist this week?
MMRT. What can I expect from the oncologist when I see him this week?
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Positive margins
I am curious about treatments when left with positive margins after surgery? My doctor was able to remove all visible cancer during surgery and was surprised that my pathology came back with positive margins in the vaginal cuff. When I asked him what that meant for me he said that would be sterilized with the radiation.…
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Healthy runner- how did this happen?
I am so confused & so are my doctors. I have been a super healthy person all my life- runner, vegetarian, thin, always on time with my check-ups. I had my ovaries & tubes removed about 5 years ago because I was prone to cysts. Went through menopause with no issues & out of nowhere had one episode of Post -Meno bleeding. My…
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post op visit
Had my post op visit today. It has been 4 weeks since my hysterectomy. My doctor recommends chemo which is to start next Tuesday. Even though my cancer was microscopic and removed with my hysteroscopy, because it is uterine SC he wants me to have 3 to 4 rounds of chemo. I will be given Paclitaxel and Carboplatin. I was…
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Update on my Mom After Frontline Treatment (09/11/17)
Hi everyone, It's been a while yet again, but I just wanted to give an update on my mom's condition and make a few comments on her completed treatment journey (as of 08/21/17!). I can't believe it's been more than a year since my mom was first diagnosed with UPSC, initially staged at IIIC1 and then later upgraded to IIIC2.…
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CA125 went up all else is good, should I be worried?
I went to the MD Anderson today for my 3 year checkup. Pelvic exam and everything was good. They poked and prodded me for a while. Dr. Levenbach said see you in 6 months. Well just got the results of the CA125 and it went up to 61. Now mine has been running a steady 41 for a year and a half. So I am freaking out. I feel…