OCA Connect Online Community
Welcome to the OCA Connect Online Forum. Many women find that one of the most challenging aspects of a cancer diagnosis is finding someone to talk to who can understand firsthand what it is they are going through. We hope you will be able to find those connections here.
The forum aims to be informative, non-judgemental and above all supportive to your needs. Search the forum above or browse posts below and don’t forget to share your own experiences.
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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... -
2nd Recurrence- non brcaHi all My mum has recently recurred just before 6 months. She has previously been treated with platinum based chemo. Can you please share your experience...
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Ikon 9 Trial - for non BRACAnyone on the Ikon 9 that's non BRAC? I would love to hear your experience with the trial and how your handling the drugs. Thanks -
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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Coping with lossHi my name is Steph, not sure if this is the right place but I lost my Mum, my rock and my best friend...
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Private hospital/doctor recommendations in MelbourneHi, My mum has recurrent stage 4 Ovarian/Peritoneal cancer and she's getting to the end of her treatment options at Peter Mac. So far she's...
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what nexta year ago i was fighting breast cancer , now I face ( not yet officially diagnosed ) but doc says its treated as...
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Low grade serousIs anyone else grappling with low grade serous ovarian cancer? Thanks Sue ❤️
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OCA- Teal Support ProgramIf you are a woman living with ovarian cancer and would like access to your own ovarian cancer support nurse, then we encourage you... -
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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Online mental health programsHi everyone, I am part of a team of cancer researchers and psychologists at Monash University (Melbourne, Australia) running free online mental health programs for...Cancope 73 views 0 comments 0 points Started by Cancope 'The New Normal' - Living Well after a cancer diagnosis
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Ovarian Cancer not in OvariesI was diagnosed in July 2017 with Ovarian Cancer in lymph nodes near my pancreas, stomach, liver and heart. There was no cancer...
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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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Rare types of Ovarian Ca Like Granulosa Cell TumuorHow many women are currently living with this type of cancer in Australia ? Ricky
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EXPRESSIVE WRITINGHi everyone, I am hoping that under this thread Expressive Writing that you can post any poetry or expressions that you felt at the time...chrishayward 72 views 3 comments 6 points Most recent by chrishayward 'The New Normal' - Living Well after a cancer diagnosis -
PoemsMy Cancer Journey It can silence courage; however you find a courage you never knew you had It will cripple your love and self esteem It...chrishayward 48 views 0 comments 0 points Started by chrishayward 'The New Normal' - Living Well after a cancer diagnosis
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How do people plan?Hi All, I'm new to the board. Diagnosed Stage 3C High Grade Serous Epitheleal Ovarian/Peritoneal 5 months ago. Inoperable, Platinum resistant so now on Caelyx...Rob 157 views 4 comments 1 point Most recent by suelm 'The New Normal' - Living Well after a cancer diagnosis
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Dealing With RecuurenceI am dealing with my first recurrence which began in September 2016 3 months after I finished my frontline treatment and maintenance . I...
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Screening Tests for Ovarian CancerHi all, I'm just curious that how can we diagnose ovarian cancer at an early stage. What are the early symptoms of ovarian cancer...
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Hello everyone - will soon start chemotherapyHi to all I am Anne and I recently had a surgery and will start chemotherapy this Thursday. I want to try to get support...
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To Nicole -So scary isn't it? I had radical surgery last April. I would just say to remember they have to tell you the... -
90 year old mum 18 CM cystic massHi all, looking for some advice. My 90 year old mother has been diagnosed with large cystic mass 18 cm x 10 cm , ovarian...
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Low Fibre NutritionHi ladies, Every dietician I ask seems to have vastly different answers (sometimes scarily so) so I'll ask here. Does anyone who is on a low...Rob 73 views 0 comments 0 points Started by Rob 'The New Normal' - Living Well after a cancer diagnosis
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BRCA 1 & BRCA 2This thread has been created as a place for women to share their experience with BRCA1 and BRCA2 testing. Please feel free to share.
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Melbourne ForumOvarian Cancer Australia, Counterpart and Mercy Health are excited to announce a free “Living with cancer and wellbeing” day for women with,...