Ovarian Cancer Stage 2

[Tess66]

Hi my name is Teresa was diagnosed in Jan 2016 I'm am nearly finished my six chemotherapy treatment this month also had a full hysterectomy so I'm am getting over that OP as well I've had my up and downs days but I've been very positive would be nice to share my feelings and knowing that other people will know what I'm am feeling

[Shellygirl]

It's good to share it does help me get through the down days.... It also helps me to know that others are feeling the same as I am 😃

[Choski]

Hi Tess66

Welcome☺ this is a really supportive group and you'll always find someone here to listen, ask questions of, safe place to vent, just chat etc.

You seem very much like me in your approach to your diagnosis as I was and still have, a positive attitude. Yes up and down days too as is to be expected.

I finished chemo 2 weeks ago although still have a chemo mouth taste as I'm on penicillin for a bacterial infection caused through my low immune system (joys of chemo) so it will be good to get rid of that!

Take care

Clare

[minard in reply to Choski]

Been thinking about you, Clare. Hope you're keeping your positive attitude, as you say. x

[Jackie0]

Hi Tess welcome to the group that no one wants to join!! But and its a big but, you will get amazing support from this group. Also lots of information which you can search for.We all know how you are feeling, the doubts, uncertainties,depression ,good days and bad days,but we are all here for each other, and Ovacome provides much support , with a telephone support service together with their ongoing involvement in the Ovarian Cancer cause.Sending you much support, do let us know how you are doing

Jackie O xxxx

[rosann1]

Hello Teresa, I too was diagnosed this year, and I have just finished my last chemo. Glad you have remained so positive, although I know how difficult that can be whilst undergoing chemo! Wishing you well. Rosanna x

[IrishMollyO]

Hi Tess

It is actually very common to be even more emotional when you come to the end of treatment. You then realise that all the support you got during treatment will be gone. Your friends and family will be so relieved that you are finished that they will

[IrishMollyO]

Sorry the computer gremlin strikes again and sent my reply too soon !

I was trying to say that many people will almost expect you to act like it never happened. Your doctors will now only see you every 3 months and that will seem like a very long time when you were seeing them every 3weeks. You are probably looking very well so nobody sees the fatigue or any of the side effects of chemo.

On the plus side you are very lucky even in your diagnosis. I see by your headline that you are stage 2 which means that thankfully you have been found early. Most of us on this site are stage 3 or 4. That of course does not lessen your fear and worry. I found going to a support group and a Cancer psychologist very helpful when I finished treatment . You are a positive person which is great. Just know that in time you will get back your old positivity. Take care and stay in touch.

XXX

[Mrs_Atko]

Hi Teresa - welcome I've found this site absolutely brilliant & the women here are just fantastic help & support. I'm sorry to hear of your diagnosis in January - that must have a shock, but congrats for getting through your op & first 6 months of chemo! I hope calmer waters are ahead of you now. Jemima xx

[Sherrym]

I think it will help. I have never had time or the inclination for social media of any sort as I live in an incredibly sociable & supportive community, but talking with these ladies on here adds that missing something, & helps me stay informed!! So important. Much luck

[Tess66 in reply to Sherrym]

Thank you for your support much luck back x

[Lupilindz]

Hi Teresa, so glad you've finished treatment, this site is fab so much support. Iv two more to go so finish September I am grade 3 CCell but like you staying positive xx onward and upwards xxx

[Tess66 in reply to Lupilindz]

Thank you for your support sorry to hear your grade 3c hope you are coping well? Keep positive xx take care

[minard]

Hello from windy Edinburgh at Festival time! I find this site sooo helpful and supportive, Teresa. We all have bad days when we want a good rant, and then the good days when you just want to share something nice. I'm on a good day myself - my husband has just booked us a Friday lunch. Completely out-of-the-blue and quite unlike him! So I'll try very hard not to talk about anything medical, and just enjoying "being" one of the holidaying, festivalling crowd today. Have a lovely weekend, and continue to post here. I'll look out for your happy posts! x

[Tess66 in reply to minard]

Hi minard thank you for your reply yes we do have are good days and bad ones - just one left off chemo was struggling a bit last week can't wait for it to be over had a awful time with feeling very sicky and nausea for five days - got chemo mouth now food doesn't taste the same 🤑 Had a good day today when out to Liverpool sun was shining 🌞 I do a lot of walking as well and just had a very nice bike bought for me so I'm am determined to get on on it soon and get so energy back in my body have a lovely time today xx

[Hidden]

HI Tess thanks for joining us here on this site. So you have had surgery and almost through the chemo well that is good. It is okay to feel up and down and fed up etc from time to time. Chemo after surgery is debilitating to say the least. Some of the chemo days can be very hard. So be gentle on yourself and take it nice and easy, try and get out on the days you feel okay. You do seem to be managing away, but if there is a cancer support group near you, do go and seek advise and help. This is one thing we cant do alone and sometimes it is easier to speak to people outside the family who understand how you feel.

[Tess66 in reply to Hidden]

Hi Suzuki thank you for your message we can not do this alone is very nice to air my views - now my journey is near the end fingers crossed everything goes ok last chemo in two weeks then a CT scan and see the doctor for a review my CA125 has been 10 - 12 was very lucky to be dieagosed early had a good doctor who orders a blood test 👍 I've been positive through out had good people around me very lucky I've just kept going - had very low days and being emotional a lot it does mess with your head take care xx

[thesilent1]

Hi Teresa, welcome to our "club" the one that no e of us wanted to join. You will get lots of support here, and as we have all been through it, we will understand. Ann x

[Tess66]

Thank you Ann yes you are right the one that none of us wanted to join everyone have been so nice and understanding feeling the support already Teresa X

[Suzmd]

Hi Tess66, You're in the right place for support and encouragement. We're so glad you found us.

Susan xxx

[ellseybellsey]

I find it helps when I share on this site, as can't let my family see my down days especially my daughter. So I find some good release on this site.

Ellsey

[Tess66]

It is good release we have have so many emotions going through are heads, some days I can't believe it is happening to me we got to keep positive chins up and beat this horrible disease we can do together! I've got three daughters and hubby me to don't like them seeing me on my down days take Ellsey

[judyved-US]

Hi Tess.....You've come to the right place. These wonderful ladies have been such an inspiration to me. So sorry that you had to join us, but you will find so much support here.

Best to you and your family.......Judy V

[January-2016-UK]

Good luck with your final chemo. It's good you're feeling very positive. As for those ups and downs, hopefully the downs will soon be forgotten. All the best. Helen

[Tess66]

Thank you feeling positive Helen take care xx Tess

[guerrera247]

Hello, I'm new here too. My mom has been diagnosed with stage 2 also and has had the op and is due to start chemo on Friday. I am very nervous and worried for her. Glad to hear your story of coming through that process and maintaining a positive outlook. Thanks for sharing.

[Tess66 in reply to guerrera247]

Hello Guerrera247, hope your mom will be alright I had my OP in March and started my chemotherapy in early May and finished end of August, is do able I function okay I even moved house. I won't lie I did feel very nauseous but they will give you tablets for that. Tell your mom to drink lots of water on the day it helps and afterwards too. I had six lots just carboplatin so I didn't lose my hair which was good. I'm am only feeling normal now the tiredness is a lot better, I'm am on a program at a cancer centre in Manchester (U.K.) it as help me loads it about living with cancer and building your confidence up again, I have been suffering with fatigue and anxiety but I'm am coming out of that now. If you need to talk this site is great and the support we give each us is great and help loads. Sending you and your mom hugs take care.

Tess66

Xxx

[guerrera247]

Hi Tess, thanks for your response. It is good for me to communicate with someone who has been there, so thanks again. I am trying so hard to remain positive but am struggling a bit. It is great to hear that you've come through this part - I am looking forward to the end of her therapy in April I just hope I can remain strong for her. I think this site is going to be a immense help. G

[Tess66 in reply to guerrera247]

You will struggle for a bit until you get your head around it, I'm am sure your mom is struggling to is a horrible disease to understand, when you go with your mom ask questions about the treatment it might help you understand it and put your mind at rest, my last CT scan was clear and I had my first check up last week just my bloods taken my CA125 was 12. Which is good 😊 I will go for 3 months up till two years, least I'm am getting checked I'm am lucky too I'm am at the best cancer hospital in Manchester The Christie, if you can talk to any family member or friends that should help you too, it will be hard to stay positive for you mom remember we are here for you and your mom if you want a good rant don't worry we will listen take care.

Tess66

Xx

[guerrera247]

Hi, thanks for the speedy reply. I think it is a fear of the unknown, and not knowing how my mom will react to the chemicals. My mom feels confident with her oncologist and the nurses which is good. I am glad to hear that your experience, albeit very difficult, has positive undertones - that you feel cared for and supported by the hospital. I am pleased to hear that your scan was clear and your CA125 level is low. G X