Ovarian Cancer Support Group

Hi
I was diagnosed with stage 3c and a CA125 level of 7500 in 5/08. Currently my level is down to 18. However, I`m being given Avastin/Gemzar, which are the only drugs that have worked for me. My oncologist feels that they can keep the ovca at bay if I continue using these drugs. Lots of love,
xxLinda

my mother was in remission for 9 months after chemo was done. She was diagnosed at onset stage 4 ovarian cancer. We just received news that it is back in her abdomen, rectum, and on her liver. I guess I just need some comforting words as this is so hard to endure.

Pamela, I guess they don't call ovarian cancer "deadly" for nothing!

However, that said, I DO know women who have had recurrence, were treated and went into remission again. One woman I know had recurrence after 6 years clean; now she is clean again for almost 2 years.

There are stories like this. I also know of some women who have had several recurrences on and off and are alive and kicking.

As for me, I finished up first line chemotherapy in April. I am being watched very closely. As of right now, I'm about 5 months in remission.

It's lousy; it's frightening; it's tough to go through chemo and NOT beat it (chemo is so hard!). But never, ever give up.

Please let us know how you are doing.

Hugs,
MaryAnn

I am new to this group - I too have had recurrances and have just started a new topic on this site regarding stage 4 and taxol.

I hope taxol will work for me but it is very encouraging to read how many other treatments are available.

Bkb