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CA125 Levels

About a month ago, my mother completed her last round of chemotherapy treatment for Stage 3 ovarian cancer.  Her CA125 level was 17 after this final round of treatment.  A few days ago she developed flu-like symptoms that she initially attributed to a virus.  For peace of mind, she had her doctor run another CA125 test.  The CA125 level was 429.  Could such a drastic change in CA125 levels within a relatively short period of time indicate a reoccurance of cancer or is it more likely the result of some type of infection?
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I agree that your mum should go for another CA-125 test. There is a possibility that the rise could be due to infection. My mum's CA-125 shot up after the surgery. It would best to talk to her doctor. Best wishes for your mum
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How accurate is your Moms CA 125?  What did her oncologist say?  A chest infection could raise it...or the lab could have messed up.. I would run another one...
Drastic changes can happen but I think that she needs to talk to her doctor... best wishes   Ronni
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