every step

[tracys11]

I had my sugery 16 months ago,followed by six cycles of chemotheraphy.my previous two bloods came back fine,but this last one has slightly elevated,they want to repeat in 6 weeks,to see if any change

[Lyndy]

So six weeks of worry for you I am guessing? I don't know what to suggest really, except that I've always found the Ovacare helpline so reassuring when I was worried..maybe give them a call?

All the best to you Tracy...fingers crossed its just a blip and will be back down next time xx Lyndall

[Millie-c]

I hate the waiting game. I know it's difficult but try and think positive. No point worrying until you have too. Hope the next results show a decrease.

Mandy, xx

[Kim1958]

Hi Tracys11 If you are talking about your CA125, I have been told that a slightly elevated result isn't necessarily anything to worry about, and that the CA125 isn't always a good indicator of a recurrence. As hard as it is, try and go one day at a time. I find that makes handling this awful disease a whole lot easier. Kim xo

[Flamingobeef18]

Hi

I do empathize I was exactly where you are last week.

My CA125 has gradually risen since February to 290. My Oncologist felt it was very likely that this meant a reoccurrence and prepared me for this but requested a CT scan to confirm. However scan showed no visible changes!

The explanation seems to be that the rise is due to the gastric hernia problems I have been having.

I suppose this proves that the CA125 number is not a totally reliable indication of reoccurance .

I was of course very relieved that I had this reprieve for now but my wonderful husband reminded me that whatever the result had been we would have dealt with it and it would have been alright.

Sending you lots of love

Julia xxx

[Mrs_Atko]

Tracy - I just wanted to send you some positive <<hugs>> as I know this wait will be difficult. You've got a great attitude though of trying not to worry unless you need to. I have my pinkies crossed for positive news. Jemima xx

[tracys11]

Thankyou all for so many lovely replies,yes am trying to not worry but thats not so easy,I do feel all the waiting for results is awful.the doctor said can flutuate so hopefully the next will be fine.I finished my chemo last september,i was stage 3c. yes its all very scary,but positive is important.