A happy note

[ecappiello]

My gyn/enc actually used the words "cancer free" to me on Friday! Being stage 3C I know it can be temporary but what wonderful words to hear.

I started out being misdiagnosed with "allergies" by a sub-GP (and yes, take that two ways lol) . Soon after, my regular doctor returned and immediately sent me for a CT scan. Not only Ovarian cancer, but two pulmonary embolisms as well. A 20 pound tumor removed and later a totally unrelated internal bleed emergency surgery, and a severe anaphylaxis shock to literally 2 drops of Taxol on my first chemo session made me wonder about my future.

I'm still weak, still have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia (going on 30 years now), and still having visual disturbances. We just got snow the last two days again. Good ol' Minnesota weather, but I am ready for spring and looking forward to a summer without cancer and chemo.

Luck, healing and healthful wishes to all of you wonderful women. Your support has been and is very appreciated!

[Tesla_7US]

"Cancer Free" sounds bold and daring. Long may it last!

[ecappiello in reply to Tesla_7US]

Thank you! I'll be hopin'!

[chrissapam]

Sounds good to me! C xx

[lorraine71-Australia]

HI, have just read two very sad post from lily-Anne then I read yours and it gave me a lift, so please for you keep it up..Take care Lorraine xx

[ecappiello in reply to lorraine71-Australia]

Thank you. I saw that too. It's sometimes difficult to feel happy for ourselves when others are struggling. But that's what gives us hope.

[lorraine71-Australia in reply to ecappiello]

Hi. I hope I did not put a damper on your good new as you said your post and ones like it gives us all hope..Lorraine xx

[ecappiello in reply to lorraine71-Australia]

Please don't worry. You didn't. I'm happy and hopeful!

[sandylight]

What great news to hear! About 19 years ago, I had the same news as you have had and felt just as you did but somehow in the back of my mind was waiting for the other shoe to drop. As you can see, I am still here and still cancer free after a Stage 4 diagnosis along with massive pulmonary embolisms. I was so very lucky and have remained cancer free since finishing treatment back in 1999. So, hold onto that feeling of happiness and enjoy every single minute.

[izzybruce in reply to sandylight]

That's amazing xxx

[ecappiello in reply to sandylight]

How encouraging. So happy to know you are still connected to this site.

[Purple-iris in reply to sandylight]

Wow .Great to hear and gives us all hope . Love Kimx

[Irisisme in reply to Purple-iris]

19 years! That gives a lot of hope 👍🎉🍾

[January-2016-UK]

That’s great news! Amazing.

Sorry about your weather. Spring will be here soon.

[Nicky911]

Wonderful news - go and treat yourself to something special 😊

[ecappiello in reply to Nicky911]

Have a lunch date with my sister on Thursday. Then pizza and a movie at a friend's house in the evening. Haven't seen either of them for months. Silly chemo brain fog still hanging on though.... I scheduled them both for the same date!

[Yoshbosh]

Great news!

[Purple-iris]

Fantastic news . Wishing you many many cancer free years ahead . Enjoy .

Love and best wishes Kim x💜

[Luchie]

What a great news! Enjoy every moment! Hugs.❤️

[Lindaura]

Congratulations!

You have had quite an ordeal. Hope your recovery from Chemo goes smoothly and just keep as fit as you can, eat to beat cancer and enjoy life again!

Best wishes,

Laura

[thomas62]

Gosh, you have had and still have lots of health issues in your life as well as having had the cancer. long may it last. Look after yourself and best wishes.

xx

[ZenaJ]

Great news. I was diagnosed in 2013 with Stage 3C and been great since finishing chemo. There's lots of hope for you.

Our snow has disappeared now, we've got the wind, showers and sunshine. Just wish it was a bit warmer. xx

[Joanie12]

What a lovely statement to hear from your Dr, long may it continue and prayers and hope for your recovery, good luck xx

[Nancy222]

Thank you so much for posting. Such good news! Enjoy every second.

[Irisisme]

Wow! You are approaching it the right way, Eccappiello, thrilled but also with a touch of caution.

😃😃😃😃💐

[yo207]

Wow! You are amazing! Just live your life and enjoy your time away from the beast! The snow will be gone soon!🙏🕯

[julia8163]

It is great to hear positive news. Well done , go and have fun.

[LindaB]

Amazing good news! Xx

[Perthgirl]

Wonderful words!! Heres to that being the state you remain in for ever!!