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Waiting for diagnosisHi All, My GP sent me for an ultrasound 5 weeks ago because of prolonged vaginal bleeding. During the ultrasound they discovered a 7.5cm... -
Waiting GameHi everyone, I’m new here. Had my CA125 blood test done and it has come back elevated (107), up 50 from last test 12 months...
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Avastin. Not on PBS after a yearI have stage 4 which is under control following debulking surgery, chemo and avastin. After February i am advised that to stay on this...
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Advise required and is any one else experiencing this?im a 4x Ovc survivor aged 46years I'm wondering how many women are experiencing the same if not similar predicament in Australia. I’m...
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Diagnosed with ovarian cancer not sure of stageHello to you all on the 19 January’ 2021 I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Not sure what stage the tests I have had will...
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Advice please, has anyone else had this happen to them?Hi everyone, My partner has pretty much all the symptoms of ovarian cancer, with the marker going up. We have been to two cancer specialists...
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Feel isolated and uncertainHello my name is sue. I am 56. I Was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic ovarian cancer in July and had 10 hour surgery... -
Looking for fellow women taking Olaparib.Hello everyone, I have had a recent diagnosis of a Somatic Braca 1 mutation. I started on Olaparib last week and have been asked...
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Extremely scared and worriedHi, I'm new to this group. I'm absolutely terrified my Mum has cancer. She is 62 years old. Last week my Mum went to the ED...
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Hi I'm AnnetteStart of November 2017 I was diagnosed with Stage 3C low grade serous ovarian cancer. I'm 38, live in a regional area, have a...
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Welcome to OCA's new online forum! Instructions on NavigationWelcome to OCA's new look online forum; we hope you find it informative and easy to use. There are several ways to explore the...
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Ovarian Cancer Grade 2Hi ladies, I have just been diagnose with ovarian cancer, fortunately only on the left ovary. As I am 81, and fit otherwise it...
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Hi I'm Bec!Hello everyone, My 49 year old sister was diagnosed back in October last year. I just discovered the fact that she has ovarian cancer. How...
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now thisa year ago i was fighting breast cancer , now I face ( not yet officially diagnosed ) but doc says its treated as...
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Hello All - A message for my Mum... :(Hello All, I never suspected I would find myself on an Ovarian Cancer forum seeking support - but these are unique times we are...
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5 years cancer free todayHi all I am five years cancer free today! I am so grateful to my medical team and the support of OCA. Here's to the next... -
Granulosa Cell Tumour SymptomsI'm puzzled as to why most articles I've read list a symptom of oestrogen producing granulosa cell tumours as 'vaginal bleeding'. I know that...
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Sometimes doctors just miss diagnosingIn September 2019 I was diagnosed with Stage 4B ovarian cancer. This was 12 months after my 28 year old daughter was diagnosed...
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Help needed finding an empathic gyne oncologistHi there, Can anyone recommend an empathic gyne oncologist who is proactive and holistic in their treatment approach, and up to date with relevant trials? Many...
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Instructions on Registering and Signing InWe hope you are enjoying exploring Ovarian Cancer Australia's new online forum. Please find step by step instructions on registering for the forum below. Please...
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carboplatin/ PaclitaxelHi everyone, I have read on some blogs from overseas about people who have developed some 'arthritis' style symptoms after having their chemo. After...
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Any thoughts appreciatedHi, This is my first time posting. I have stage 1C ovarian cancer. I have just had a full hystorectomy. Results came back clear...
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Hi Fathers supportHi I'm Allan and my 26 year old daughter has been fighting Ovarian Cancer for three years. Sadly we are running out of hope as... -
Surgeries questionHi, my 47 year old daughter has just had her second surgery this week after the results of a laparoscopic surgery to remove one...
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Hi I'm RosemaryHi , I live in Victoria, my 47 year old daughter is in Darwin and was diagnosed with ovarian cancer a few weeks ago...
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What a journey!Hi, I was diagnosed with Stage 4 Ovarian Cancer in July 2017. I completed 36 infusions of chemo and five surgeries and I am...
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Newly diagnosedHi everyone Im June. Im 56 and Ive just been diagnosed with ovarian cancer three days ago, but I dont know what stage its at just...
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First Chemo TodayHi there - I am Angela Diagnosed 12 March - First chemo 15 March Feeling ok so far Now that I have started my recovery journey I... -
Hi thereHi all. Seeking a bit of advice. Caring for my mum - recurring stage 4 ovarian cancer. Currently on oral chemo to buy more...