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Fantastic Christmas present.

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Yesterday I went for an appointment with my oncologist , I wasn't expecting good news , how wrong I was , my scan was clear ,bloods normal , no evidence of disease , blood test followed by oncoligist appointment in three months ,of course I know it could raise its ugly head at any time ,but for now I'm going to concentrate on building up my strength and enjoying life . You amazing ladies have helped me so much over the last year ,I can't thank you enough , you have all helped me carry on when I've been so ill from chemo I've wanted to give up.,I've learnt so much from all of you, , not just about the physical side but how to cope with the emotions .I know some of you won't have been as lucky as me , I send you all love and good wishes for the future. Thank you ladies , wishing you all the best Christmas you can have .

Cheryl.

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Manchesterlady

That’s amazing news , so happy for you . Now enjoy your Christmas.

I so agree the ladies on here are wonderful.🥂🥂🥂

Love Sheila xxx

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fendweller in reply toManchesterlady

Thank you , xx

Great news have a fantastic christmas and new year...........celebrating! 🎄

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Thank you , wishing you a happy Christmas too .x

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Spirit22

Wonderful news! Go celebrate and enjoy a fab Christmas ! xx

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fendweller in reply toSpirit22

Thank you , merry Christmas. X

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TealSong

Fantastic! Hope you have a lovely Christmas! xx

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fendweller in reply toTealSong

Thank you ,must say it feels unreal though , hope you have a good Christmas too .x

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Katmal-UK

Oh Cheryl that's fantastic news, so pleased for you! Have a wonderful Christmas and Happy and Healthy 2020! xx

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fendweller in reply toKatmal-UK

Thank you Katmal , wishing you the same. Xx

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doodoolatrice

Brilliant news Cheryl. Now go and have a wonderful Christmas, Kerry xx

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fendweller in reply todoodoolatrice

Thank you Kerry , feels a bit strange ,don't think it's really sunk in yet . Have the best Christmas yourself . xx

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Solange

That's wonderful news , that will give encouragement to others, Cheryl!! As you say, a fantastic present. Have a happy Christmas and forget all about OvCa. Best wishes to you, you've been very brave. Love, Solange 😊

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fendweller in reply toSolange

Thank you , felt a bit awkward posting it when so many women are not so lucky , but good news always gave me a boost ,so hopefully it will do the same for others, .Wishing you a happy Christmas .xx

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Katiebairdie

So happy for you. What a great Xmas present. Enjoy.

xx

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fendweller in reply toKatiebairdie

Best Christmas present ever ,I know it won't be plain sailing in the future ,but for now I'm going to enjoy the freedom from chemo , wishing you a happy Christmas ,and good things in the new year .x

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Lyndy

That is soooo fantastic!!!!

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fendweller in reply toLyndy

Thank you Lyndy , have a lovely Christmas .xx

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Sisterstogether

That is the best news!🥂🥳 I’m so happy for you Cheryl 😆 It gives us all hope and the strength to carry on when we are experiencing the horrible side effects of Chemotherapy.

Enjoy Xmas and the next 3 months!!

Jackie xx

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fendweller in reply toSisterstogether

Thank you Jackie , I hope you have a wonderful Christmas and are as well as you can be .xx

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Sisterstogether

Thank you Cheryl x

I saw my Chemo doctor last week and he said my CA125 (post surgery n two chemo sessions) is now 11 😀 previously it was 157 so going in the right direction 👍 xx

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fendweller in reply toSisterstogether

That's so good ,you're on the way, very happy for you xx

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Whisking1

Congratulations that’s the best gift you could have got this year so happy for you x

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fendweller in reply toWhisking1

Thank you so much ,Happy Christmas. X

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mupash

THAT'S GREAT NEWS !!! VERY HAPPY FOR YOU AND WISH YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS

AND THE HAPPIEST AND HEALTHIEST NEW YEAR EVER.

LEE

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fendweller in reply tomupash

Thank you , have a happy Christmas. X

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JayGeeCee

That’s absolutely brilliant news Cheryl. I’ll keep everything crossed for you.

Have a wonderful Christmas.

Joy xxx

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fendweller in reply toJayGeeCee

Thank you Joy ,Merry Christmas .x

Great news Cheryl. Have a wonderful Christmas 🎄🍾🍾

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Thank you ,Happy Christmas .x

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Cropcrop

What an amazing Christmas gift you got. Long may you stay NED. Have a wonderful festive season and thank you for sharing with us. Love and hugs 🎄❤️Xx Jane

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fendweller in reply toCropcrop

Thank you Jane ,Happy Christmas ,sending hugs back. Xx

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delia2

Congratulations and happy Christmas! That’s the best gift ever!

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fendweller in reply todelia2

Thank you .Happy Christmas .xx

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Bluebaby1

Such wonderful news! Enjoy this special time with your family. 🎄❤️

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fendweller in reply toBluebaby1

Thank you ,I certainly will . Merry Christmas. X

Just two words Cheryl “Marvellous News”

My love to you,

Angela xx

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fendweller in reply toGemimablackvelvet

Thank you Angela ,hope you're having a good Christmas .xx

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Gemimablackvelvet in reply tofendweller

Hi Cheryl,

yes I had a wonderful Christmas thank you, in spite of having carbo/caelyx on Monday 23rd. No dreadful reactions yet (except the usual toilet issues) even managed a drink or 3 and so much food and chocolate I hardly dare think about it. I've already put on a stone in the last 2 months making packing for our New Year Holiday in Center Parcs, Nottinghamshire very difficult-nothing fits. I don't quite understand this weight gain as I still have 3 large tumours lurking inside my tummy. The oncologist seems to think it's good to consume loads of calories so can't disagree with that can I! I'm going on a little now so I'd better get on with packing and pampering. A very happy New Year to you and any other of our HealthUnlocked Friends who may see this reply.

My love to you,

Angela. xx

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fendweller in reply toGemimablackvelvet

I have gained about two stone aaaaggg , been eating healthy stuff ,but crap in between , really will have to get back on track ,but maybe not yet 😀 Have a really wonderful holiday ,I wish you all the best in the new year . xx

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IrishMollyO

Well done Cheryl

May your NED status last for many many years. We all love good news like yours as it gives us all hope.

Meanwhile have the best Christmas ever. 💚💕🌲

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fendweller in reply toIrishMollyO

Thank you so much ,I hope you had a good Christmas day . xx

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Jcspirit54

Yeah!!👏👏👏👏

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fendweller in reply toJcspirit54

Thank you 💜💚

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1916

Hi Cheryl

Well done you , great news, we all like to here positive results. Enjoy your time and hope it is a very very long one .

Bless you

Ann xx 🦋

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fendweller in reply to1916

Thank you Ann ,I hope you've been well enough to enjoy Christmas , wishing you the best new year .xx

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CynD

Such wonderful news! I went back and glanced over all your previous posts and found it so comforting to read about your journey. The fears, worries, side-effects, feeling like you're not sure you can keep going, another chemo, bald again, unrelenting fatigue, knowing that Dr. appointments too often are simply another name for bad news. Thank you for reminding me it's all part of it, including NED, and helping me to find comfort in this strange normal! LIFE!

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fendweller in reply toCynD

Thank you for your good wishes, I too looked back at some of your posts , ,what a shite time you've had , you are an amazing strong woman , you're still here. Despite being surrounded by a wonderful husband , grown up children ,grandchildren and great grandchildren I have never felt so alone, a lot of what I've felt I've kept to myself to protect my family ,you write beautifully ,keep sharing . Sending you love and hugs .xx

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jools53

💪🏿 Fantastic xx

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fendweller in reply tojools53

Thank you Jools .xx

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Artgreen

What fantastic news! So glad for you. I had similar news just before Christmas too (and a mild telling off for trying to follow the How to Starve Cancer protocol, but he had to agree that I should continue as my ca125 had not been lower!)

I hope you enjoyed your Christmas.

Love Alex x

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fendweller in reply toArtgreen

Fantastic Alex , happy for you ,I've read the book ,but haven't attempted to follow it , found it a bit overwhelming in places ,not really sure where to start, but feel I should be doing something ,any tips welcome .xx

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Artgreen

I get overwhelmed by it too but there’s a good Facebook group which Jane McLelland runs called off label drugs. I’m on Metformin, low dose aspirin, simvastatin, letrozole, berberine (100mg) fenbendazole, turmeric, 1 cups of green tea and two of earl grey and a tsp of powdered ginger. I’m not getting the doxycycline (yet) but if my cancer becomes active again will have to contact the COC for them to prescribe it or pretend I’ve got malaria and buy it over the counter!

There’s another good Facebook group for alternative ways to treat OC which is run by Jane Waygood. She is also extremely helpful.

I’m learning every day.

Good luck and any questions I’ll be happy to try and answer.

Love

Alex x

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fendweller in reply toArtgreen

Thank you Alex , I'm going to look at both fb sites , mentioned aspirin to my oncologist , he is trialing it for bowel cancer ,but wasn't helpful to me ,so I guess I'm on my own now , going to get everything I can , then perhaps see my GP , thanks for your help .xx

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Artgreen

Yes my onc said aspirin are being trialled for other cancers here in swindon so was happy for me to take it as it seem some drugs are agnostic and don’t care which cancer you have, they cross over. My GP was always open to new approaches and natural remedies. She will prescribe if I can convince my onc but they can only do what is allowed by the NHS. They’ve justified some drugs on the strength of my BMI and slightly elevated cholesterol.

I buy my own aspirin over the counter but don’t have it prescribed.

Love A x

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fendweller in reply toArtgreen

What dose aspirin should I take and do I need to take something to counteract the stomach problems it may cause .x

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Artgreen

You can get it from Boots it’s called low dose aspirin and is gastric coated to avoid tummy problems. It’s in a yellow packet behind the counter. You have to say if you are asked that your gp suggested it for you for avoiding heart problems . It’s 75mg

A x

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fendweller in reply toArtgreen

Brilliant Alex ,I'm on it ,thank you .x

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