Ovarian stage 2b cancer, tutor, laparotomy and total hysterectomy, now needing chemo.

I am going through exactly the same although have started chemo having the 5th next week.must say better than I expected slightly nausea ous my fault as didn't have tablets.my oncologist has intimated that after the sixth I just get on with my life but really not sure how to begin

Thank you Shosti, for your quick reply. It has reassured me so much as I am both scared and nervous about the treatment. Is there any other advice you can offer me. 

Hi Ang, I too have found myself scared and in unknown territory having been a midwife for the past 21 years diagnosed with 3c ovaraian age 51years. Had laparotomy in Feb this year. I was scheduled for radical hysterectomy and removal of a complex ovarian mass measuring 10cm. I was supposed to have a 5 day stay in hospital. During surgery they found both large and small bowel adherence to the ovarian mass which had to also be removed. Results showed no spread to lymph nodes or the omentum, the fatty layer covering the abdomen so good news. I had a 6 week stay in hospital, developed sepsis and broken down wound site requiring a vac for 4 months. I mention this as I then began chemo in May this year. I have this every week with no break for 6 rounds. I am now into round 4. To be honest I.expected a lot worse. The main symptoms for me have been fatigue, wobbly legs, joint pain, hot flushes and loose stools. But they have been manageable. So far I have kept my hair too wearing the cool cap which has been amazing during this hot weather. TIPS: I have a chemo bag and amongst other things to keep me comfy during the day take a shawl it is easier than a cardi etc due to having lines in, (although the nurses would provide a blanket if needed) as when have cool cap on sometimes get quite shivery. I have a small cotton headband to slip under the cap to cover temples, much comfier, also take a little pump bottle as you need to dampen hair prior to putting on the cool cap. I only wash my hair twice per week now. My hair has thinned quite a bit but no patches. A soft toothbrush has been helpful as gums can get a bit sore and recede. I also use a good lip salve and had purchased numerous bits for if I suffered a sore mouth, but this has so far not been an issue. I also paint my nails as very brittle and snap and can get quite sore, so far so good I think this has helped. I think the main thing for me has been to share with the team any symptom even if small or would previously have put up with to see if it would shift on its own. As things can quickly escalate whilst on treatment. I hope this helps in any way and I hope you have a very smooth journey. Take care.