CommunitiesIn Treatment For Ovarian CancerHow do you cope when cancer treatment complications keep piling up?

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

CH

Community Member

7 days ago

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!!!!!!!

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CA

Community Member

7 days ago

When complications keep stacking up during treatment, it can feel overwhelming and exhausting - both physically and emotionally. Finding strength through connecting with others who understand this journey, taking things one day at a time, and celebrating small improvements can help make the burden feel more manageable. This community is here to support each other through these incredibly challenging times, and sharing experiences like this helps others know they're not alone in facing multiple setbacks.

JG

Community Member

7 days ago

I’m praying for you🙏

CH

Community Member

4 days ago

Thanks Jean! Right back atcha!

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