Ovarian Cancer

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Hi, Im 55 years old and 3 weeks ago  I was diagnosed with ovarien cancer after an operation to remove my ovaries, tubes and 2 large cysts. I am waiting to have further surgery and chemotherapy. I feel isolated and dont know what to exspect.

  • Hi  and welcome to the Online Community. I can well understand the feelings of isolation and not knowing what to think when you get a any cancer diagnosis. But you're not alone on this forum. Everyone is here to offer support.

    After Histology results are in a MDT (Multi Discipline Team - Surgeons, Oncologists, Anaesthetists, CNS etc. ) will meet to discuss your treatment going forward. Things should be clearer after your next Consultation - don't forget to take a notebook with you.

    I've a different cancer (Womb) and last year had my womb, fallopian tubes, ovaries, cervix removed laparoscopically. I was 67, some years post menopausal and had light pink mucous type spotting over a couple of days. My bestie nagged me to get it checked out and thank God I did. I was stage 1b, grade 3 serous. I had no idea I had  cancer, no-one in my biological family has ever had it of any type.

    I'm sure some of the ladies here will be along soon to chat. I see you've put a bit in your profile, I'd add a bit more to your cancer journey then people wanting to know a little more about you can ask you relevant questions or offer advice. (If you're not sure what to write, click on my ID)

    The Macmillan Support Services also offer lots of information, support, financial guidance or just someone to listen. It’s free to call 0808 808 0000. Most services are available 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week. Have a look by Clicking here to see what is available and we also have our Ask an Expert section, but do allow two to three working days for replies from our expert team.

    Sending you welcoming hugs B xx


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  • Hi Jeno,

    Sorry to read your story.

    From my own experience I’d say that the time of uncertainty and waiting for a plan was the worst - so hang in there, and hopefully when you understand what the plan is for next steps you will be able to deal with those one at a time, get answers to your questions about what to expect, and feel things are moving forward.

    If there are three things I’d say have helped me get through surgery and chemo and out the other side they are:

    1) a positive attitude

    2) absolute faith in my medical team, and

    3) knowing I have people around me that I can be open and honest about my feelings (the good and the bad ones) with.

    Wishing you all the best on your journey, and it’d be great to hear how you’re getting along,

    love Bxx