I am a 42 years old and have had ovarian cancer for two & half years.when I was was told I had cancer out look was not good,I am alive.

[kingsfield]

I am living with cancer ,working ,treatment family life and having fun!!

[Poppy2212]

That's great news! And long may it continue! Take care Jx

[Langstonelady]

Yay, brilliant and indeed long may it continue xx

[Hidden]

Lots of good news tonight x

[Seren18]

Well done you, carry on living there are lots of treatments available and who knows what's around the corner. Gillx

[Hidden]

That is great news and you're quite right to celebrate it by putting it in writing. I was thinking yesterday how well I feel. First week for a long time I haven't had a single afternoon nap and have been busy. Finished treatment for first recurrence end December, so can't really believe it. Every good day is worth a celebration. May you have many more xxxx

[Whippit]

It's good to read so many testimonies to women living well with cancer and for many years. None of us wanted to be here but many of us manage to lead happy fulfilling lives. I'm so really pleased it's working for you Kingsfield.

xx Annie

[Indigo-Blue]

I'm living with cancer, diagnosed 3c Sept 11 and surprised to still be here! Trying to overcome my fear now it has recurred and still enjoy my life! Here's to having fun!

[Lottie6636]

Yes let's all have of fun and keep bad thoughts at bay.x

[mcloughlin13]

I was diagnosed Aug 12 with 3C OC, had operation and chemo, your words have inspired me so thank you. I too am enjoying my life to the full, with the fear of recurrence.

[AnnieMae in reply to mcloughlin13]

Your dx echo's my own exactly! Fantastic to read from Kingsfield. It does indeed inspire us all. Tho I too am in fear of a recurrence

[Barbara123]

Wonderful attitude! I know just how awful this diagnosis can be, I was diagnosed high grade stage 3c PPC back in November 2012 and was told that the outlook is not good! None of us asked for any of this, but we are still here and are 'LIVING' proof that with a strong will, and positive mental attitude, we can actually still live our lives to the full, but with a much deeper appreciation for all we have around us! This is what keeps us strong, keep up the good work great to hear life is good! Bx

[Katmal-UK]

Diagnosed 3a oct 2007, despite two occurences i work full time, enjoy each day. Currently on a new trial so doing well. Good luck everyone!

[harley in reply to Katmal-UK]

What trial are you on?

[Katmal-UK in reply to harley]

So far Ive done Avastin trial for a year, was in remission for 4 and half years, then cedranib, nearly 2 years remission, now im taking a parp inhibitor for next two years, theres only 15 women in the country on it and i think 264 worldwide. I'll take whatever they can give me lol.

[harley in reply to Katmal-UK]

Take everything they offer you - I like your style. I had Carbo/Taxol first time round - worked well they said, 8 moths later I was back but had anaphylactic shock with chemo on number 2 so continued with taxol alone for next 4. I then had a year clear, started chemo again in Jan last year, Taxol on its own because they thought it had worked well on its own before, but mid term scan showed it had only halted things so continued with Cisplatin/Taxol - as you say the side effects were horrendous. Currently waiting for result of scan because I have been having pains but they may be down to a gall stone I have, the scan will tell all, fingers crossed. xx

[Katmal-UK in reply to harley]

Fingers crossed for yr results x. Cisplatin is harsh enough on its own but adding Taxol must have been so hard for you. They said I didnt need it yet and they are holding it in reserve. Please let me know how you get on, I wish you all the very best. Big hug x

[harley in reply to Katmal-UK]

I am betting on Gall Stone, at least that should be an easy fix!!!!

[Hidden]

Good News...cheers xx

[LYNNKRAMER]

I too am hanging on in there , keep well , there are new treatments available now that were not around in 2010 when I was first diagnosed so all ladies with this awful disease hang on in there

[midders]

What encouraging and inspiring news - thank you for sharing x

[harley]

Gosh I am glad to see others who have lived with this longer than me, I was beginning to think I was the longest, first diagnosed in May 2010 with OC which was then diagnosed after surgery as PPC, I have had two recurrences. Still working, enjoying life. xx

[islarae in reply to harley]

I to was diagnosed in 2010 and now on 3rd reoccurrence hoping it will give me longer than my 1st that was 15 months it is wonderful to see many ladies having positive attitudes

[Hidden]

In 5 mths we reach the important 5yr milestone. Xx

[Hidden]

In four months I reach the 6yr important milestone

There are many more people on here that's been going even longer xx

[citrine]

That is so good to hear. I was also diagnosed with stage 3c just over two and a half years ago. Got married a few weeks later in September 2011 wondering if I'd be around to celebrate our first anniversary. At first I thought people were just trying to humour me when they said that after treatment I could get on with my life. Glad I got that wrong.

Best wishes for the future.

Love Mary xx

[Katmal-UK]

To all those ladies out there, my mum went 16 years before succumbing to bowel cancer at the age of 72 and she never had any recurrences but was 3c when diagnosed. xx

[nannacarol]

hello, diagnosed stage4 in 2007. Just started 3rd line chemo for recurrence. Went 4 and 1/2 years, recurrence in 2012, finished 2nd line chemo in March last year and sadly recurrence October 2013. Had carbo/taxol twice now carbo/gem.

[Chilie57]

I'm a 57 years old & was diagnosed with OC on 1-20-14 stage 2. I had a complete hysterectomy . Currently I'm recovering from the surgery. My journey is about is about to begin . It great to know that other women with OC can continue to live a full life. The difference is we appreciate every day and live it to the fullest. Wishing u many great days !!!!

[jennybutler]

Well done love the positiveness thats how I cope live life try not to think about it, and sort out treatment when needed. Then get on with living sure it helps overall but understand those who can not feel this way.

love Jenny xxx

[Fitzy]

That's great news. I too will reach 5yr milestone in 5 months. Two lots of surgery, now on 4th line treatment following 3rd recurrence and have been involved in one trial (cediranib). I'm enjoying my life as much as I can, and will continue to do so!! Love Colette

[Madz]

Sometimes reading posts is a bit daunting but tonight the posts have filled me with hope just when I was feeling a bit vulnerable - what a wonderful group of people you all are, am very honoured to know you all much love Amanda xxx

[kingsfield]

Thank you for all the lovely replys ,you wonderful ladies have sent me.Remember while their is hope ... their is life to be had ! xx

[maz65]

I have been crying non stoo for 2 days since i had chemo again on friday. Nothing seems to consol me. Then i came on this site and all my prayers have been answered. This is only place where i dontfeel alone. Theres nothing hidden. Total honesty and support. Thank you all. X

[zuzana]

Hi, i was diagnosed 3c over two and half years ago. Have had 1st line of carbo/taxol. In september i had bowel obstruction and operation to follow where dr managed to remove some of the tumours in abdomen wall. This helped to stable this disease. Im very pleased i have managed to go without 2nd line for this long all the best to all of u xxx