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.
Discussion List
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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... -
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 71 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 41 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 133 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 63 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,...
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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 31 views 1 comment 7 points Most recent by Michelle1811 'The New Normal' - Living Well after a cancer diagnosis
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Henna CrownsHi -i'm about to have my 6th cycle for Ovarian Cancer and i would like to celebrate - I would love to get a Henna...
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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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Please HELP! Forgot to pick up Olaparib script and need tonight's dose (have script) MELBOURNEHi all, My mother forgot to pick up her Olaparib script at Peter Mac today and she desperately needs tonight's dose. Wondering if anyone who...
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Welcome To The New Forum; How To; Post Reactions and Flags1. Flag a spam post by clicking the Flag button (a notification will then be sent to a moderator who will assess and delete or...
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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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From public to private and back again?Hi all, Wondering if anyone has any experience of going from treatmeant at a public hospital (e.g. Peter Mac), then getting surgery done privately (to...
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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...