ehefley

Hoping you check in once in a while lady, would love to learn how you are doing since finishing treatment.

How did your recent scan and bloodwork go? Keeping you in prayer and rejoicing with and for you that your chemo is done! Blessings to you! Lynne

How are you doing? Been thinking about you and praying all is going as well as can be expected and even better...blessings and prayers,Lynne

Just checking in..how are you doing? Were you able to get a plan in place for chemo? Did you decide to have a port? Thinking of you!

Just checking in and wanted to know how you are doing? Have you been able to rest? Are you sleeping? I had to sleep sitting in my recliner for almost 3 weeks..laying down was too difficult with the staples.

I am sorry ehefley about the diagnosis and know it is a hard pill to swallow. They knew I was probably IIIC before my surgery just by looking at all the floating tumors on a CT scan, so no surprises. Were they able to remove all the visable signs of Cancer during your Debulking surgery? . Told my doctor I did not care what they had to do, just do it, and all visable signs were removed.Rest and get your strength back. . The surgery is now in the rear view.

Praying your surgery went well and that you're recuperating with good pain control and have the help you need! Take the time you need to heal and don't worry about the chemo..one step at a time. Praying for you!

Thinking about you & hoping your surgery went smoothly. When you're up to it, let us know how you're doing!

My husband has had strep throat for a week & I'm "dodging the bullet", hoping I don't get it, with my weakened immune system. I haven't had strep in over 20 years, but I remember all too well the throat on fire & very high fever... I finally got him to go to a doctor Wednesday, so he's been on anti-biotics since then.

Karen

Hi, hope you are doing well after your surgery. Be good to yourself.

Hi, see you are getting some great advice from others. When is your surgery and will you be having chemo and getting a chemo port? I know this is a scary time . Talk, talk, talk, do not keep things bottled up. If the stress or anxiety is too much ask your doctor for a mild antidepressant. Many of us have used them to get through tough times and I am telling you they worked for me. Never thought I would be on them, but never thought I would have Cancer.You can always nix them after treatments. Continue to reach out , your doing all the right things.

Welcome~I was diagnosed a year ago (June 24,2014) with fallopian tube carcinoma and had surgery, did chemo, and am following up with procedures related to a positive CHEK2 gene. I found this site just a month or so ago and wished I had found it before my surgery! There are many wonderful people on this site that are very encouraging. I had the full hysterectomy (laparotomy) and if you have any questions just ask..I will share with you that a raised toilet seat was extremely helpful (I had staples and sitting down was painful), a small pillow to hold against your abdomen before you fasten a seatbelt for your first ride home is also helpful. In case no one mentions it, take stool softeners when you take your pain medicine because pain meds can be binding.. It's a journey that is very doable and is made more so if you bring a friend or someone you're close to when you go to chemo..a few people you know you can call in the middle of the night if you're in need (I actually called the American Cancer Society! They're great!!!), etc...will be looking for an update after your surgery.
Blessings..Lynne

ehefley, all of us on the site have had that " oh no" moment . I have been on the site for almost two years since I was diagnosed at the age of 66 with stage III ovarian cancer.I found and continue to find great support and information. None of the treatments for this xxx disease are easy, but they are DOABLE! The most important thing is to have your treatment overseen by a good gynochologist oncologist who are trained specifically in this type of Cancer. I traveled miles for my care since there were no specialists in my town. Reach out and ask questions, share your experiences, post on the pin board. I have earned through all of this to take it one day at a time. All of us have been affected by cancer, and we are all here for each other. Take care, talk anytime.

I am so sorry to hear of your recent diagnosis. You didn't mention what stage. Any stage is difficult to hear. I hope everything turns out well for you.
I was diagnosed stage IV in February 2014. It was quite a shock to say the least. I had chemo, then surgery & more chemo. I am coming up on a year next month on my last chemo. I have had 4 follow up appointments & so far everything is good. I wish I had found this site while going thru my struggle. There are a lot of people here that can give you advice & support as you go thru your journey. Please feel free to ask questions.
Much love & virtual hugs,
Patty

Hi ehefley and welcome to WhatNext.com. This is a great place to find support, information and all sorts of resources. And you can connect with others who are or have gone down the same path you're on now which can be very helpful.

We have similar diagnoses - although mine was found about 18 months ago. There are some great people here who can help you navigate the waters of cancer treatment and offer insights and experiences. We also understand so if and when you feel the need to vent, we're here for you.

My cancer wasn't diagnosed until it was stage IV even though I'd been going to my doctor almost every week for months! Talk about frustrating. I wish they'd caught it sooner but until I find a time machine, that's just not happening.

Now I'm done with chemo, surgery and all the fun stuff and just being monitored. Life goes on. It really does. We just bought a new house too and I'm looking forward to a new start!

I'd love to hear more about how things are for you. Life will never be exactly the same, but it can still be wonderful on the other side of a cancer diagnosis.

Hugs,
Diann

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