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Should I do chemo for low grade ovarian cancer?

CM

Community Member

3 months ago

Does anyone have low grade ovarian cancer? I have declined chemo because it is not supposed to be helpful like with high grade but they want me to try. I'm not sure it is worth the side effects.

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This is such a challenging decision that many with low-grade ovarian cancer face, and it's completely understandable to weigh the potential benefits against the side effects. Treatment decisions are deeply personal and depend on many individual factors that only medical teams familiar with specific cases can fully evaluate. Consider discussing concerns about side effects with the oncology team, as they might have strategies to help manage them or could explain more about why they're recommending this approach for the particular situation. Others in this community may have valuable experiences to share about their own treatment journeys.

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TM

Community Member

3 months ago

I have low grade serous cancer for 7 yrs. I had 3 surgeries and chemo after both. No chemo does not do anything for this type of cancer the doctors want you to do it since it's "protocol "after surgery. Big waste of time putting that poison in my system for nothing. Still battling this disease

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CM

Community Member

3 months ago

Thank you for sharing!

NI

Community Member

3 months ago

I have come a long way using Fenbendazole. I take 1 gram with yogurt.

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CB

Community Member

3 months ago

I have stage 1C ovarian cancer. I choose to take the chemotherapy. I have had two doses of chemotherapy and minor side effects.

NI

Community Member

3 months ago

I did chemo as well. I will be sending you a hug as you take on this journey. Stay strong and positive. Reach out, or feel free to call me if you need to vent. 904-307-4993. I am in Jacksonville, Fl.

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CM

Community Member

2 months ago

I was diagnosed with low grade serous ovarian cancer in March of this year. I did chemo along with the following off label drugs: Ivermectin, Mebendazole, Atorvastatin, and Doxycycline. I also had a de-bulking surgery and a total hysterectomy after my 4th chemo session (that was May 27). Three more chemo sessions after and just had my CT show NED! I had very few side effects from the chemo. No nausea at all and just a bit tired for 3 or 4 days. I heard these off label drugs may have helped with how I reacted to the chemo. Best of luck to you!

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SM

Community Member

2 months ago

I'm going on Enhertu this Friday I'm thinking about trying Ivermectin after this chemo if I don't get good results. How did you feel using the Ivermectin?

CM

Community Member

2 months ago

I was fine with ivermectin. No side effects. i would suggest you start it now and continue through the chemo. What I have been told is that Ivermectin induces cancer cell death in various cancer cells and can compliment the impact of chemo on the bad cells. Of course you should do your own research and do what is best for you. Good luck!

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KB

Community Member

2 months ago

I just read that ivermectin should not be taken with chemo. Could be a dangerous interaction. It’s good you had no problems. I’m done with chemo and I’m going to be taking Lynparza. After that, I’ll the ivermectin.

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NI

Community Member

2 months ago

I took Fenbendazole throughout my cancer journey. It helped immensely with the positive health outcome year to date. It saved my life. S4OC is my diagnosis. I did chemotherapy and had HIPEC surgery.

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KB

Community Member

2 months ago

That is really good. I pray my Lynparza does the same thing. Have a great day 😊

CC

Community Member

2 months ago

I had 6 rounds of chemo and it left me with really bad neuropathy. I have trouble walking. My pain doctor tried 4 different medications and a cream. Nothing worked.

CA

Community Member

2 months ago

This is such a challenging decision that many with low-grade ovarian cancer face, and it's completely understandable to weigh the potential benefits against the side effects. Treatment decisions are deeply personal and depend on many individual factors that only medical teams familiar with specific cases can fully evaluate. Consider discussing concerns about side effects with the oncology team, as they might have strategies to help manage them or could explain more about why they're recommending this approach for the particular situation. Others in this community may have valuable experiences to share about their own treatment journeys.

CM

Community Member

a month ago

After lettizole was not helping I agreed to try chemo. The pains in my legs are terrible after the chemo treatment. Has anyone else had this?

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