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About Me: Female, Navan, ON, member since Mar 2009
Hi, I was diagnosed with OC Feb.06 stage 4 because of lymph node involvement in the groins. I had optimal debulking and 6 rounds of taxol/cisplatin IP; went into remission for 9 months and then on a trial drug. Have had another round of carboplatin and just finished w
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ith three rounds of caelyx. I am 47yrs old and have three children, one of which still lives with us, and my dog "Chip". I enjoy working out at the gym, gardening, reading knitting and riding on my motorcycle.
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Nov 13, 2009
"This is fabulous news! Life takes us on ups and downs, but this is definitely one of the highest points you can be at!! Congratulations!
Karen"
Nov 13, 2009
"I hope that you are able to get into the hospice soon and be in an environment that is tranquil and inviting for your family to be with you.
Hugs, Karen
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Jan 10, 2010
"This is Karen's husband typing. She wanted me to let you know that she is now in a wonderful hospice in Ottawa. We have been here a week and they are taking great care of Karen. She is relatively pain-free and she is at peace. She wanted..."
Nov 13, 2009
"This is fabulous news! Life takes us on ups and downs, but this is definitely one of the highest points you can be at!! Congratulations!
Karen"
Nov 13, 2009
"I hope that you are able to get into the hospice soon and be in an environment that is tranquil and inviting for your family to be with you.
Hugs, Karen
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12/09
HI Karen,
I'm so sorry that I never replied to your information about lymphedema. I really appreciate the time you took to explain your situation to me.
I've been feeling sad knowing that I've relapsed and need to start chemo again. I never had a remission and this truly is a chronic disease. I hardly go on the boards now.
I'll discuss your suggestions with my Dr.
Thanks again, Happy Holidays!
Jane
11/09
Karen,
Knowing that this time would come does not make it one iota easier does it? I am terribly sorry to hear that you have come to it so quickly. I can honestly say that the continual failure of treatment has made me more accepting of my impending death but I am still terrified and emotionally shattered. Pain has not become my biggest problem yet, it's all about pooping and keeping my cancer ridden intestines open since colonostomy or any other surgery has been ruled out.
Sometimes it is simply unbearablea to look at my husband, son or mom. Last night, my stepson, his pregnant wife and 2 year old came by. I'm glad they did but a piece of my heart went with them.
Please write any time if you feel the need to vent, I'm here for now and maybe we can give each other some comfort.
11/09
Hi, wondering how you are doing? I see you enjoy gardening, me too! Just bought a bunch of mulch and things to plant because it's so cheap this time of year! Take care, Angie
10/09
Hi Karen, thanks! I'm normally a great optimist, & I've expected to survive a long time, even to have a normal lifespan. But the more I read of survivors' stories, the more I realize that I can't really expect to walk away from this disease, able to put it out of my mind & go on with life, with ovarian cancer just a memory. I will be fighting it every day. I want to be honest with myself - not pessimistic, not consumed by statistics, but realistic. It helps me to focus on the right things. Unfortunately, it's also a bit depressing at times. After I've adjusted my thinking, I'll be able to plan for the future & make the most of each day. I know I could live for years - but I might not. We all (w/ or w/out cancer) should live each day as if it's our last, & live it to the fullest! - Hugs, C
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