Hi Lovely ladies, I have been fast tracked for tests tomorrow. I will be having an internal examination, another internal scan and possibly a biopsy. This is because my walls have thickened. My CA125 is 17. I am very worried as I know you can all...
I had an US scan to check my coil was on place and it was noted there was free fluid. I was sent for a CT scan which confirmed moderate pelvic ascites but no mass seen and CA125 marker was low. I was referred back to gynae who closed my referral for reasons...
Hi. Has anyone with stage 1 clear cell had conversations about chemo after hysterectomy?
Hi all, I wonder if there’s anyone here who has opted for just chemo instead of surgery? my mum had her first appointment with the oncology team today. She’s been diagnosed with OC 3B (they’re not sure if it’s stage 4 as they can’t see inside the...
I was diagnosed in March 2025 with a 10cm tumor and was told it was in a very rare place. 3 months of chemotherapy.(Tumor Reduced Enough For Surgery) In September I had a radical hysterectomy and removal of tumor, however because of the positioning...
I hope this is relevant as it’s not relating to chemotherapy drugs directly. I’ve just had a challenging 3 days due to constipation caused by Ondansetron. I was given, what I felt, were hard instructions to take two tablets twice daily for 3 days. I...
Anyone familiar with the new Ovact trial for secondary treatment of high grade serious BRCA negative survivors? There are multiple locations around the UK inc. Royal Marsdon. Noel (carer)
Hi, I have my first chemo on Friday and I’ve read that ice mits and socks can prevent neuropathy. Do I need to get these myself? I had a quick look but they don’t seem to stay cold for very long. Can anyone recommend any or let me know if they help? Also...
I was diagnosed with Ovarian cancer over 2 years ago. I have had 2 rounds of chemo and surgery. I have just started Rucaparib abd after 5 days feel awful. Nauseous, shivers, listless. Worse than any chemo effects. Anyone else felt this way ???
Hi, Just wondering if anyone else has been diagnosed with this? I understand it's quite rare? If so, what has been your treatment? And do you know if it's likely to recur? Thanks
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