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probability for recurrence?
May 10, 2008 08:33PM in the Ovarian Cancer Expert Forum
Hi Scoob, It looks like we both were very lucky that our cancer was caught early. For the first year following my surgery I had check ups every 3 months, now I go every 6 months. Physically I feel better than I have in a long time, I'm eating right, exercising and losing weight...my biggest problem is anxiety. A friend of mine had a hysterectomy one month ...
probability for recurrence?
May 10, 2008 08:24PM in the Ovarian Cancer Expert Forum
Thank you for your reply- I feel much better. I have check ups every six months and so far, so good. My 2 year check up is on Monday, and I feel the anxiety building...I suppose that's normal. Again, thanks! Erika
probability for recurrence?
May 08, 2008 03:08PM in the Ovarian Cancer Expert Forum
In May of 2006 I was diagnosed with Stage 1A Grade 1 endometrioid adenocarcinoma. I had TAH/BSO and no follow up chemo. I feel good with the exception of anxiety issues as my check ups approach. While I know that all cancers can reoccur, do I have a good shot at no reoccurence? Thanks, Erika
One year check up, I'm nervous
May 09, 2007 12:00AM in the Ovarian Cancer Community
There is a great quote by Mother Theresa -"I know that God will not give me more than I can handle, I just wish he didn't trust me so much" I am sorry to hear about your husband, I hope that he is okay. I feel strong and capable today, I think giving voice to my fears has helped me push past them, if only for today- but I guess that's the real point, a day...
One year check up, I'm nervous
May 08, 2007 12:00AM in the Ovarian Cancer Community
Thanks for sharing your story with me. I was truly lucky to be diagnosed at stage1A grade 1, so no further treatment. I think that much of my fear is a fear of dying. My Dad passed away three weeks after my diagnosis which has had me thinking about dying and how prepared I am financially etc. I am doing my best to make peace with mortality while living a...
SimplyStar
May 08, 2007 12:00AM in the Ovarian Cancer Community
While I don't post often, I gain so much insight from all of the amazing people who postregularly. With Mother's Day approaching I just wanted to tell you that I keep you and your daughter in my prayers. You are an amazing Mom -such an advocate for your daughter - what a blessing you have in eachother. I lost my Mom nearly seven years ago, just weeks before...