ovianian cancer

[Curry55]

I would like to ask if anyone has refused maintence therapy and still being ok

[ZenaJ]

Hi Curry 55. I didn't actually refuse maintenance therapy but I was never offered it. I was stage 3C in 2013 so have lasted a long while without it. I don't know if it was even available back then. Hope this helps. Zena x

[Curry55 in reply to ZenaJ]

Thank you It helps to make a decision

[SopSinger]

Maintenance therapy didn't exist when I was treated. Still here 18 years later, no recurrence.

[Curry55 in reply to SopSinger]

Maintenance drug I am not thinking of coming off it when I have my scan and results Can I ask your journey with if Was it high grade cancer that was aggressive thank you

[Curry55 in reply to SopSinger]

I mean I do want to come off it

[Lilyada]

Hi Curry 55. I was diagnosed 3c in February 22. Had op then chemo, finishing October 22. Chemo was delayed a few times because neutrophils were so low. I was given the choice to have Niraparib or not. I thought about it, having read all the information, then told my oncologist I did not want it. It was only then that she agreed with my decision. I'm 74 now and am still ok. I’m fine most of the time; my digestive system has played up ever since which does give me the odd reason to worry but am generally positive and am grateful for each day.

All best wishes, Angela

[Leniko]

no. I took Avastin. It worked for many years. I encourage you to do what your Onco recommends. Otherwise, have frequent bloodwork/ scans. Good Luck.

[Motiva]

I was very grateful to be eligible for a PARP inhibitor and bevecizumab. Compared to the adjuvant chemotherapy it is very manageable. What is putting you off?

[Curry55 in reply to Motiva]

I feel it does not make me feel good Awaiting results before I make up my mind after ct scan

[delia2]

Hi. I refused Avastin after frontline (HG 3B) and recurred 8 months later. After second chemo I was on Olaparib for 3 years then one more year ned on nothing and now in chemo for second recurrence.

[Goodgirl98]

I am on olaparib as I am brca positive. Two year course is getting over this June and if given an option, I will continue with it. If you have an option, please check it out before turning it down.