Ovarian Cancer Support Group
Ovarian cancer is a malignant ovarian neoplasm (an abnormal growth located on the ovaries). It is the fifth leading cause of cancer death in women and the exact cause is unknown. Join this community to get support if you or someone you know is affected by ovarian cancer. Share your story and learn from the experiences of others.
I had my treatment on Weds. On Sat. right on queue I started having my side effects. This time the worst of it is weakness and achyness in my legs. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to combat this? Is is better to rest them or excersise them?
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I think pain is there to tell us to stop doing something.. it should ease off after a couple of days.. I used to find that heat helped with aching muscles and would lay on a bed with an electric blanket on.. very soothing.. get as much sleep as you can through the worst of it.. sleep will help you to heal more quickly as well as making you unconscious... drink lots of water and omega 3 oil of fish oil is great for easing stiff joints and repairing nerve damage... I really feel for you right now and hope you get over it soon.. lots of love, hugs and best wishes.. xxxxxx
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Thank you Halli and Lindamae. I think you are both right about the heat. Today it seems to have settle in my lower back and hips. I have a heat and massage pad that I have been using and it does give me some comfort.
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Anyone have swollen feet and ankles with chemo?
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
