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CA 125 is not decreasing

ahmad-1
ahmad-1 CSN Member Posts: 11
in Gynecological Cancers (other than ovarian and uterine) #1

Hi All,

After 6 Chemotherapies my Mother results falls from almost 1200 to 67, As we all know that normal range of ca 125 test is 0 - 35

but after 7th Chemo the results are same even bit higher as yesterday i got ca 125 result =80

I want to know why the result was not decreased after 7th Chemo as it was suppoosed to fall in noraml range. 
I worried please help.

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  • NoTimeForCancer
    NoTimeForCancer CSN Member Posts: 3,629 Member
    #2
    ahmad, sometimes CA125

    ahmad, sometimes CA125 numbers will rise if the individual has an infection.  I can't remember what your mother's diagnosis was, but maybe a talk with her oncologist will help.  Your mother certainly raised a loving son.  You and your mother are in my prayers.

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  • Abk
    Abk CSN Member Posts: 11
    edited September 2018 #3
    Hoping for your mom

    I was impressed by what a wonderful son you are!

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