Avastin

fancynancy
fancynancy Member Posts: 20
edited March 2014 in Ovarian Cancer #1
Hi,

I've been diagnosed with ovarian cancer 2 years ago - and at this point I seem to be doing ok. After taking several types of chemo (changed due to allergic reaction) - I am now on Avastin.

Has anyone taken Avastin for more that 3 months? My CA125 had gone down to 23 and now it has gone up to 39. My doctor said not to worry. But I am. Has anyone gone thru this?

Thanks for your help.

Nan

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  • Susan523
    Susan523 Member Posts: 231 Member
    #2
    Yes, Nancy
    Yes, I was on Avastin for 6 months, and my CA climbed during the 1st 3 treatments. It was finally after the 4th treatment that my CA dropped substantially, and then into the 'normal' range after #5.

    So hang in there. I think Avastin is great, but it does take time.

    xoxo
  • GRACEful Hope
    GRACEful Hope Member Posts: 2
    #3
    don't worry !
    i am 19 and have had OC since i was 16, and have been on Avastain for about 9 cycles. my doctor told me that I should not go by the CA - 125 , but to go by what my scans say and what i am doing. she told me that because avastain attacks the cancer cells in a different way then most chemos, that sometimes the CA 125 isn't a good marker. if you are feeling well, and your scans are showing things in the clear, or staying stable. i wouldn't be worry. it's been about 9 cycles for me, my CA has jumped around, but i have never felt better.

    i hope this helps and i wish you well xox
  • nancy591
    nancy591 Member Posts: 1,027 Member
    #4
    GRACEful Hope said:

    don't worry !
    i am 19 and have had OC since i was 16, and have been on Avastain for about 9 cycles. my doctor told me that I should not go by the CA - 125 , but to go by what my scans say and what i am doing. she told me that because avastain attacks the cancer cells in a different way then most chemos, that sometimes the CA 125 isn't a good marker. if you are feeling well, and your scans are showing things in the clear, or staying stable. i wouldn't be worry. it's been about 9 cycles for me, my CA has jumped around, but i have never felt better.

    i hope this helps and i wish you well xox

    eloquent
    Graceful Hope, You speak with such wisdom and strength beyond your 19 years. Best of luck to you.

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