I have been recently diagnosed with endometrial primary ovarian cancer and I bleed through a nodule in my tummy. Starting radiotherapy on the 9th December to try and stop the bleeding followed by chemotherapy and surgery. Feeling very scared despite...
Hi guys, glad to find you. I had debunking surgery for stage 2b ovarian cancer in March this year. I recovered well but I have very poor kidney function so chemo was iffy. However I began a course of chemo but half doses to protect my kidney but had...
Three years ago GP sent me for a scan suspecting ovarian cyst or worse. Found a cyst, referred to hospital gynea dept where the cyst was dismissed as 'they come and go' (but they don't in post-menopausal women). Over the subsequent 3 years had 3 hysteroscopies...
Hi everyone got diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2019 I I had a 10 Pound tuna had it removed unfortunately Cancer come back I’ve had two rounds of chemotherapy numerous chemotherapy tablets lost my hair twice. I’ve been on paclitaxal and I can’t remember...
there. My name is Fran from Ireland. I recently have had a recurrence of ovarian cancer stage 4 clear cell after a wonderful cancer free time of 12 years. I know I’ve been very lucky on chemo at the moment. I was wondering if any of you ladies have...
Had 2 biopsies and serum ca 125 blood tests a week ago have heard nothing
Was wondering what people’s experiences were post chemo in terms of check ups and monitoring? I had clear cell cancer 1c1 and finished my last round of chemo 2 weeks ago. I have a phone meeting with my oncologist in 2 weeks and then have been booked in...
Hello, I'm new here. I recently had an Mri where it was discovered I had a slightly enlarged ovary for someone my age (64). My only symptons is a nagging back ache. I'm booked in for an ultrasound, but my anxiety levels are through the roof. Just...
Hi everyone! This last year has been long, mum was diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer and following a lot of treatment is now in recovery and taking inhibitors which we are so grateful for. I’ve been feeling very tired lately so went for blood...
Why I am I very emotional today!!? Happy to be able to drive Wednesday cos at 6 weeks post op! Still waiting for oncology appointment but feeling very fit and well!! Doubts and hopes in my mind! Still waking up very early! U do have ood support, but...
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