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In August of 2019 I was diagnosed with stage 3a1 ovarian carcinosarcoma. I had complete hysterectomy, chemotherapy and I was on lynparza for 3yrs. My last CT scan was abnormal. It showed 0.8mm by 0.5 nodule on my pelvic wall. My CA 125 marker is 7. I...
Hello all, sending love to you all in this difficult time. I was diagnosed 2 and a half years ago with stage 3 ovarian cancer after. Sudden symptoms like a badly swollen abdomen and rapid weight gain, which were “ ascites” ( massive fluid retention...
Hi. I was at the hospital on Friday to discuss treatment. To be told that the cancer has spread. Its at stage 3 now. So they are thinking an operation to remove everything. And possibly part of the bowel and if they cant attach it back they are going...
Hi I was told that we needed to use condoms for intercourse however is that for the whole time of treatment for example all the time during the 4 cycles or is it just the few days after the treatment ? Also would barrier creams be just as effective ?...
Newly diagnosed (last Tuesday), awaiting 1st appt with oncologist. The gyneoncologist told me to concentrate, until I start treatment, on keeping well nourished, fit and healthy. I do follow this lifestyle in general nornormally! Been reading some...
Hi, I’ve had a cyst about 3cm by 3cm on my left ovary and was referred to gynae on the 2ww because they were concerned. When I saw the gynae consultant a few months ago he was confident it wasn’t cancer and suggested we consider either removing the...
Hello I am new on here and both nervous and distressed to be posting but at 00.37 hours and unable to sleep for worrying, reading so many of the supportive messages and shared experiences and information I feel I may have found the right Community....
I recently had to have fluid in my abdomen drained. I found the insertion and removal painful. They advised that the fluid would return and it may meed to be drained again. My abdomen is showing all the signs of more fluid and they have asked me to think...
Hi, I was diagnosed with Ovarian cancer 5 days ago. It was a shock. I thought I was coping ok with it. I now have crushing anxiety which has just started and it’s overwhelming my every thought. Anyone else feel like this?
Hi. I just had my diagnosis yesterday and Im still trying to let it sink in. How long did it take anyone else before reality hit. All Ive done is cry since Ive been told.
