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"You are stable" - well, I never expected to hear that today.

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Added after post: Above are some of the images from my PET Scans for last July and October. I haven't got last week's to show unfortunately. I wanted to show how much tumours can diminish with just carbo and avastin in the hope it gives hope to everyone - especially those who may be Stage 4B, as I am.

Hi there lovelies.

It's true. I had convinced myself that the chemo had stopped working and that I was going to be told that the vile critter had spread all over me. Since having carbo/avastin only for the majority of my treatment I suspected that it wasn't doing a thing. I've felt well and my CA125 has hardly moved.

Got into the oncologist's office and he was grinning like the proverbial Cheshire Moggy. Good news, he said. You are stable. What!!?? says I. He said that all of my tumours are a fraction of their original size and the CA125 of 126 is good enough for him to say that I'm stable. He was very pleased and showed me the Pet scan results. I couldn't quite believe my eyes to be honest. From last July until October they had shrunk by half but since then they have gone even smaller and the tumours in the lymphs are barely visible, especially in my chest. He says I'm continuing with Avastin only for about a year at 3 weekly intervals starting next week. I'm carboplatin tolerant still so if there's an increase in the tumours in three month's time then I'll be straight back on carbo. He may even let me try a bit of taxol at a very low weekly dose if I insist but he said that the taxol isn't going to perform the way carbo does. My bloods are now good and there are no new sites, which is the most important thing. Having a rare cancer means that the treatment has been a bit of a fingers crossed type solution.

I asked why I couldn't have surgery and he gave a very good explanation, which may help other girls in the same situation. Because my ovaries were the primary site for the cancer which metastasized into the peritoneum and then on through the lymphatic system (although not the normal lymphs associated with OC), if he operates and takes out the ovaries he won't be able to take out all the lymphs and tubes which have cancer cells in them. Therefore, the cancer cells which are there will travel around and get deposited somewhere else. It's too risky to take the ovaries only and I could end up in a worse state than I am now. It's best to keep on attacking the cells where they are. I'll never be cancer free, I've known that from the start, but at least stable is good and he's convinced that the Avastin will continue to choke the bastards. Although he didn't say bastards as I don't think he knows the English word for that...... His enthusiasm was infectious to be honest so if he's happy with me then I am too. He cannot tell from the PET if an ovary is stuck to the bowel but as I function normally in that department then he's sure the bowel is ok. Besides, he won't be opening me up so it's irrelevant right now.

Hubby and I sat there quite stunned to be honest. I could feel hubby's hand tighten in mine and then relax. We came home and both fell asleep curled up on the sofa. I feel as if a great weight has been lifted - as though I had been told that the cancer had gone altogether. We are now planning a trip back to Blighty for April to see friends and family and if anyone is having a get-together of warriors anywhere in the south east of England, then I'd like to be included. I would really love to meet some of you as without you I don't think I could have survived this last 6 months.

My news is tinged with a bit of guilt, especially as Lily-Anne and some others are not in a good place just now, but I'm sure that she and the girls will be happy for me. I feel as if I have my life back, even if it's for a brief moment in time. No more glooms.

Big love

Kryssy xxxx

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Jackie0

Brilliant news for you, long may it continue

Jackie O xxx

Pleased to hear you got good news Kryssy. 🥂🥂💐

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Marieloiuse

So good to hear good news. Well done!!!

Catherine x

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Cropcrop

Awesome news lovely, I am so very thrilled for you and your relief is tangible across the Interweb. Long may this continue for you, big hugs and love ❤️Xx Jane

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Purple-iris

Fantastic news and so pleased for you and your family . Enjoy planning your trip and sounds like a good reason to plan a teal gathering in the SE . Let us know when you have a date and where abouts your staying and am sure something can be arranged .

Lots of love Kim x 💜

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Kryssy in reply toPurple-iris

Thank you Kim and I'll certainly let you know when dates are fixed. We will be staying near Halstead in Essex and will have our little Noddy car to travel around in. It's ok for short journeys but no good for long trips across the country. I would so love to meet some of you and give you such a big squeeze. Watch this space xxxxx

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CallmeMum in reply toKryssy

Let us know and I’ll see if I can drive up with my special person xxx

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Yoshbosh

Fantastic news, Kryssy! Enjoy stability and having a reprieve from chemo.

Vicki x

PS Am also ‘south east’ (well, ‘south South’ I guess) so we should definitely try to get something organised 😊

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Lemon22005

My last visit with onc said I was stable so I took a 3 month break to let my body heal from all the chemotherapy

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Mopsie

Absolutely fantastic news for you after the rubbish time you have had recently and all the unpleasantness from those so called friends.

Sending hugs and love

Maureen xx

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Sunfleury-UK

So pleased to hear your excellent news... celebrate well! Sx

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Claire65

Great news so pleased for you. X

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Cnmart

Fantastic news Kryssy, so happy for you!! 😊😘💐💐🎉 xxx

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harpist_UK

This is wonderful news. I was in a similar position to you with my cancer not declared operable and now showing in my neck lymph nodes. But I've had a quality 2 years and still feel well. Avastin had a lot to do with that - it held the beast at bay. So I hope this works for you too, Kryssy. Seize the day and enjoy :)

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Kryssy in reply toharpist_UK

Thank you. I've already got affected lymphs in thorax, underarm and neck so stable is good. Just celebrating with a very large glass of nut wine and cider - it's a drink of the region. Very potent but very easy to go down so I'll probably only be lucid for another hour or so. xxxxxxxx

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harpist_UK in reply toKryssy

Ha! I reckon there's no point in giving up tipples at this stage!

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Lyndy

Good news Kryssy...enjoy!

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izzybruce

I have been reading your posts,I don't post much myself, but so relieved for you xx

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Cuddles4

Brilliant news, so happy for you and your hubby xxx

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CJR99

Kyrssy fantastic news I am soooo happy for you!Best wishes Clare xxx

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Lewisriley47

Wonderful news you must be so relieved, let's hope it's kept at bay for a very long time! Pam xx

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Caroles1

That’s great news Krissy, enjoy it and make the most of every day

Carole xxx

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SarahsJourney

Fantastic news Kryssy esp when you were expecting the worse.... so pleased for you ❤️❤️❤️

in reply toSarahsJourney

Waiting to hear how you got on today Sarah. Been thinking of you xxx

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Supergran38

Fantastic news, well done! Xx

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ShropshireJo

Cheers🍷Absolutely delighted for you. Now RELAX! Seriously, do hope you both enjoy the sense of relief and release. Love Jo 🌺🌼🌹🌸🌻

This is lovely news !! Now chin up, chest out and enjoy life to the max

Marian xx

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SuzanneKau

Wow! What great news! New here but lifted by posts such as yours.

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Kryssy in reply toSuzanneKau

I've added some images which may help to do that a bit more xxxx

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Ossett

Fantastic news so very please for you xx

Trish x

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Katmal-UK

Brilliant news! So pleased for you xx

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ZenaJ

Kryssy, that's great news. I'm so relieved. Great, great news. You must be over the moon. Can't say any more. Love Zena xx

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January-2016-UK

Great news, sounds far better than you were expecting. Not sure about nut wine and cider but maybe it tastes better than it sounds. Hope to join the meet in south-east in April.

Relax and enjoy the good news!

All the best!

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Kryssy in reply toJanuary-2016-UK

Hi Helen,

I don't like cider but it's a Limousin traditional drink with chestnut wine and it's delish. I'm on my fourth glass now and ready for dancing on the table. Probably time to call it a day before I embarrass myself. And, you are right. Not the news I expected. xxxxx

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Lily-Anne

🤗 so happy for you. Stable is good. I used to think anything but NED was rubbing but not any more. If the aliens have been caught in the fly paper then power to you

Always rooting for you

LA xx

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Kryssy in reply toLily-Anne

Thank you so much my dear one. I've been thinking of you today and my news was tinged with a bit of sadness for you of course. I've also been trying to post on Facebook but it's not having any of it. I'll try again tomorrow. I hope you are feeling ok and not in pain. Take good care and "see you soon" one way or the other. xxxx

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Kryssy

Thank you all for your kind good wishes. Rightly or wrongly I've added some images of my insides from last July and the difference in October. I have added circles and dates to help navigate. Wish I had the images from last week too. I just wanted to help those who may, like me, be Stage 4 and worried that things won't get better or that the chemo isn't working or any of the fears that I had. Looking at the images tonight has made me realise that things can improve - even though the tumours may never go altogether. If just one girl - particularly those that are new here - gets encouragement from looking at my "bits" then it's worth it.

Bless you all xxxx

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Alifit in reply toKryssy

I’ve only had scan reports so far - definitely going to ask for the pictures now, although I’ve never had a PET scan, only CT. Not sure they are as colourful as yours.

Ali x

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Kryssy in reply toAlifit

A PET scan shows every little thing and I can see all the images online. There are about 1,500 of them. I'm given just snapshots of the tumours. It takes two hours to prepare with drips of glucose and radioactive solution. The scan is silent and takes 15 minutes. Because it is so detailed it doesn't miss anything. It's an amazing machine. Xxx

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Mumtazbegum

Great news.So pleased for you. Take care.xx

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Jessica-DianeB

Fantastic News Kryssy.

Go enjoy your stability! 🎉 xxxx

This is brilliant news, it shows Avastin works for some better than others, I am also one of the stable ones. I got extra shrinkage as well so hopefully you will remain treatment free after the Avastin for some time. I bet there was no sleep for either of you last night or the night before so ye were exhausted. Do celebrate in style

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Alifit

Fantastic news - I’m so pleased for you.

Lots of love, Ali x

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Seasun36-uk

SO pleased to hear your news, see the scans & hear of the smiling Onc!! ❣️

Hooray!

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CallmeMum

Fantastic news my lovely that’s just what you and the rest of us needed to read/see/hear congratulations celebrate 🎉 🎊 with a bottle of champagne 🍾 🥂 you deserve it ❤️💕❤️💕❤️

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Kryssy in reply toCallmeMum

Ow!! Got a hangover. Can't remember getting to bed. Hubby taking me to lunch in Limoges as I'm a bit wobbly so time for a nap and try to sober up. xxxx

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Mommoo65 in reply toKryssy

It's a well deserved hangover and a physical reminder of your good news! Enjoy your lunch and order a nice, strong 'hair of the dog!'

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CallmeMum in reply toKryssy

Well after the last few months I think it’s safe to say you’ve earned the night out for that hangover xxx

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Gleedy

Fantastic. Simply that. Xxx

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Cheryl4677

Great to hear. Enjoy being stable!

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Jcspirit54

Yeah very happy for you!!

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Maxjor

So HAPPY for you Kryssy and thanks for sharing--the news and those colorful images. Happy with your results and so glad you will be traveling soon. oxox

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Peg8080

I do not comment much but read everyday. I love you all! Kryssy you always make me laugh! You deserve the very best and I am so happy for your good news! Blessings to you!

Hugs and Love PeggyXx❤️

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Maggiemo19

Oh Krystal I couldn’t be happier for you. You must have been in total shock when given such positive news. Get that trip back here booked and enjoy 😃😘😘😘. Xx

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Kim1958

Wow!!! That is awesome news, and it gives hope to all of us. Thanks for sharing! Kim xx

Hi Kryssy, What can I say other then GREAT 🎆🎇✨news we all love to read positive post it give us all hope..keep it up and take care Lorraine xx

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Kryssy

Thank you, Lorraine. My news is tinged with sadness of course for some of the girls and I expect my day will come but for the moment I feel alive. I wish you well too - and maybe a bit cooler. Xxx

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chrissapam

Of course we are pleased for you..../delighted in fact...don't ever hediyaye about posting good news!! Love Chris xxx

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chrissapam

Sorry you know I meant hesitate!! xx

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Zena41

Yaaay x

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Kryssy in reply toZena41

Hi darling. How are you doing? Like me, you've been quiet lately. Are you well after surgery and was it successful? xxx

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Zena41 in reply toKryssy

Hi sweet yes it was successful I cannot believe it still after being told I’m inoperable

I’m just keeping busy making up for the month I didn’t see Ellie.

But I still keep popping on here xxx

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Kryssy in reply toZena41

That's wonderful to hear. I'll keep you posted. Scan on the 30th followed by oncologist on 2nd May. Nerves kicking in now though. xxx

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Zena41

I have my scan in 3 weeks too 😳

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Kryssy in reply toZena41

We always tended to have our treatments at the same time - although I'm not eligible for surgery. Let's hope we both get good news. Take care xxxx

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Zena41 in reply toKryssy

Yep up yours cancer!

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