In Treatment For Ovarian Cancer

How do you cope when cancer treatment complications keep piling up?

I am 50yrs old. Diagnosed 4/24/24 with IVA HGSOC. I underwent 3 rounds of carbo/taxol/Avastin (held Avastin prior to surgery), hysterectomy with omenectomy, then 3 more rounds of the same. I was in remission and on maintenance Avastin until late June when my CA125 started rising without symptoms. I had a CT, PET & MRI without any findings of cancer....unfortunately mid October I developed a small bowel obstruction from an obstructing hernia. When they went in they saw multiple seedlings which came back positive for cancer. Sadly I ended up with another obstruction because of cancer basically clamping the bowel shut, then ended up with a temporary ileostomy. Sent home but without antibiotics for cellulitis which unfortunately turned into a huge abdominal infection requiring 2 I&D's. I now have an open abdominal wound and right flank wound that I am doing twice daily dressing changes on,IV and orl antibiotics. I was in the hospital this last time for 2 weeks. I am slowly improving but beat up! Lost 37 pounds. Can't start chemo until antibiotics are done. Can't get a wound vac until granulation tissue forms over the mesh. There isn't enough skin between the ostomy and flank wound so frequent bag leaks....I'm trying and definitely NOT giving up but man this is a LOT! And good ole Anthem won't pay for HH to do any dressing changes since they do a weekly PICC line dressing change! Ridiculous! Thanks for hearing my venting. Best wishes to everyone. WE ARE STRONG!!!!!!!

What should I expect when starting Elahere for ovarian cancer?

I was diagnosed with High Grade Serous Ovarian Cancer Stage 2b in November of 23. I’m starting Elahere on November 24th. Please share your experiences with this medication.

What are the side effects of Avastin maintenance therapy for ovarian cancer?

Hey Guys and gals. I was diagnosed with 3c primary periteneal cancer (ovarian cancer) in March 2025 had 4 rounds of chemo then surgery "hysterectomy &onmental removal" in aug then 2 more rounds of chemo CT came back clear no cancer found my ca125 started at 1232 and is now a 4 .may. now I've had my 1st round of Avastin, just wondering if any one is on the same maintaince drug and if you have any side effects I would like to know what I can look forward to..?

How do I prepare for ovarian cancer surgery after chemo?

I was diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer. Had 6 rounds of chemo and have surgery next week.

How do I stay hopeful with stage 4 ovarian cancer recurrence?

In 2022 I was diagnosed stage four ovarian cancer. I did nine months of chemo and had a hysterectomy, then had three more months of chemo and I’ve been in remission for almost 3 years During my last appointment they found more cancer and I’m going to try chemo again. Second round only has a 30% chance of remission. I so want to be one of the 30% but those are pretty crummy odds! What a bummer

How can I manage ovarian cancer treatment side effects at 70?

Hi! I'm a 70 year old female diagnosed in December of last year with stage 4b ovarian cancer. The spread is only in lymph nodes. Otherwise it's still in the abdominal cavity. It is a form of cancer that is very unusual for ovarian. So we are having to use different medication against it. I've been through three medications, one IV and two pills. All of them caused major reactions, but the last one was effective against the cancer so they want to try a half dose to see if I can tolerate it and have it still be effective. They are hoping for about six months remission. Next doctor visit Monday.

How long is the hospital stay after laparoscopic cancer surgery?

Hey Bonnie, did they send you home after your surgery, since it was laproscopic? Or did you spend a night or two?

My Experience with Stage 1c1 Ovarian Cancer and First Chemo Cycle

Hi all, I’m in my mid-forties and had a surgery on 6/4 to remove the enlarged mass on my left ovary (also had full hysterectomy). I was diagnosed with Stage 1c1 ovarian cancer (clear cell carcinoma). I had my first chemo treatment with a combo chemo drugs (Paclitaxel & Carboplatin) on 7/24 (total of 6 cycles, once every three weeks). I had reactions (dizziness, shortness of breath, and back spasms) nine minutes after the first drug (Paclitaxel) was administered. The nurses quickly came to treat the reactions. I had no reactions to the second drug (Carboplatin). 🙏 After the first chemo cycle, I woke up with body aches, loss of taste buds, and fatigue (as expected). I was able to manage the nausea with the prescribed meds. Tomorrow is my first week after the first chemo cycle. So far, I don’t have any more body aches and my taste buds came back! I do now have tingling on my toes and fingers (also as expected), but they are tolerable. For the Stage 1c1 folks with the same treatment, let me know if you have the same side effects as mine. We can do this!!! 😁

What Treatment Has Worked for You?

Good morning everyone, what treatment has worked for you?

Why Am I Experiencing Nausea and Heart Racing After Chemotherapy?

I am receiving post surgery Chemo tx. Had my 1st if 3 infusions for 1C1 Ovarian Ca. I am nauseous daily and for 3 days, my heart races the minute I start moving from a sitting position. They say I’m likely dehydrated but I’m drinking lots. Any thoughts?