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Ovarian Cancer
Asked by C.D. from Dallas
on August 17, 2007
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Hi once againg moms, well this question is about my sister. She went to the gyno on Monday and today they have told her that the tests came up positive for ovarian c...
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- C., First of all, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I know that cancer is such a scary illness to go through. Although I have not experienced c...
- C., Sorry I don't have specific answers to your questions. But just wanted you to know, as I read your post this afternoon that I am hoping and praying that you recei...
- If a doctor told her that stage 2 is "no hope" she needs to see a new doctor. I have a friend (in her 50's) who was diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer. I had alwa...
What Were Your Signs of Cervical Cancer?
Asked by B.R. from Madison
on May 25, 2012
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What signs did you have leading up to cervical cancer if you have indeed been diagnosed with it? Thanks
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- So far I've never known anyone to have it. We've had scares with the abnormal pap but never diagnosed, just fixed prior to.
- I used to work with a girl who had it. She never had any symptoms until one day she felt a lump on her rib...they had the lump checked out and the cancer had already ...
- I had stage 4A never any symptoms. Went in for my annual womens visit. And hello. I was only 23 thank God I had a wonderful OB 23 years later and two more kids I'm st...
Cervical Cancer and Pregnancy
Asked by M.F. from San Diego
on January 3, 2008
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One of my friends just learned she has stage 2 cervical cancer, and she is 4 months pregnant with her second child. Wondering if anyone else has had this experience. ...
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- A good place to connect is on carepages.com. I am a M. of 2 and just finishing chemo for cancer. It has been a great resource and support for me. I will say prayers fo...
- yes, got thru this w/ t help of God, UCI med cntr (Dr. Philip Di Saia), fam, very spec frnds & prayers. was age 42 & preg also. dlivered a beautiful healthy son follow...
- My firend went through the same thing with her second pregnancy. Her son is now 4 years old and healthy as a bug. She is now cancer free.
Teen Caccine for Cervical Cancer
Asked by W.A. from Dallas
on July 16, 2011
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I took my 12 years old daughter yesterday to see her pediatrition for a well check visit. The doctor told me she's due for a vaccination shot that prevents futur cerv...
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- I have a daughter that is 21 now and another that is 7. We opted NOT to get the vaccine because there has not been enough long-term research done. No one know what may...
- It's not mandatory in Texas. I did not give it to my daughter simply because it is too new and not enough is known about side effects and long term issues.
- Just google Guardasil and the adverse reactions and you'll get your answer. It's NOT mandatory in Texas, or anywhere else that I know of, but the drug companies would...
New Diagnosis . . . Cervical Cancer, Can You Help?
Asked by L.S. from Phoenix
on May 6, 2009
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My niece was just diagnosed with cervical cancer. She has a consult scheduled later in May to discuss options. If you have experienced this and can provide any insig...
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- Hi, I would recommend the Arizona Cancer Center if the location works for you. They can be a resource for care and information. Here is a another great source, ht...
- L., have your niece listen to Klove radio 105.5 If she is not religious tell her to do it anyway. :-) She has nothing to lose! I am sure she no doubt is looking at ...
- L., I am sorry to that your niece and family are having to deal with this. You can research Cervical Cancer at NIH.gov. The best advice I can give, is to understa...
Have You Ever Had a Pap Smear Test That Was Abnormal? HPV or Cervical Cancer
Asked by K.P. from Chicago
on March 23, 2010
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My friends daughter who is a teenager had a paps smear done. Well they went back to the dr and the dr now wants to look with a microscope. The dr told the daughter it ...
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- I am a cytotechnologist who's job it is to read your pap smears. I highly doubt a teenager has cervical cancer - though I'm sure there are rare cases. What was the pap...
- I've had abnormal paps for years. 99% of the time they treat me for a yeast infection or the like and redo the pap and it comes back within normal ranges. The pap I ...
- I had an abnormal pap about 10 yrs ago. The doctor told me it could be cervical cancer and I had to come back every 3 months to do a repeat of the pap smear. I also ha...
Stomach Cancer
Asked by J.B. from Phoenix
on October 5, 2008
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Hi everyone,
My mother was diagnosed with stomach cancer on Thursday. Needless to say I am devistated as she is my very best friend. My mother is only 54 years old. I...
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- I went through something recently with my mom - we had a scare with a possible brain tumor. Everything ended up working out - she had the less-scary option, which is...
- J., So you will know you are not alone in this my Mother had stomach cancer at the top of the stomach and she passed away June 25, 2005. My Father was a retired fli...
- Sending you love light and prayers for health, strength and peace during this difficult time.
Scared 29Yr Old Mom of 5.. Cervical Cancer
Asked by S.A. from Austin
on January 10, 2009
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Hello, a couple of weeks ago I went to go see my OBGYN for my 6 week check up after having my little girl. Well of course they did the normal check and also the papsme...
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- I feel so much for you right now! I am also 29 and pregnant with #5. I can't imagine how that would feel. Some of your symptoms I also experienced during my las...
- Hi S.~ I am very sympathetic to your situation....I too went through a similar issue when I was only 24. I had my 3 children quite young and my husband and I did not...
- Because you've just been pg, you probably also had a pap smear at the beginning, so it's only a year since your last one, right? Therefore, if it is cervical cancer, ...
Gift for Aunt Just Diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer
Asked by C.G. from Houston
on February 28, 2008
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I was wondering what would be a good gift for someone who was just diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer. I want it to be really special because she is more like a best frien...
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- Hello Christina, Howabout a beautiful white tea-scented facial kit?! Complete with: purifying cleanser, refreshing toner, nourishing serum, balancing cream & deep-c...
- How about a prayer pillow, get all of her nieces and nephews to sign it, put their hand prints on it, whatever you like, and sew little pockets all over it where they ...
- I'm not sure..I would try the American Cancer web sight,they also have an area to ask questions.
35Year Old , Went for Regular Checkup and Now Being Tested for Cervical Cancer
Asked by S.E. from Sacramento
on August 31, 2007
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I went to the Dr because I was having bleeding everyday since my last cycle, As soon as my OBGYN Dr started the check up , she decided to due a biopsy becasue she said...
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- Do you have regular PAP tests? This is so neccesary epspecially after 35. If your biopsy comes back bad, hopefully only with pre cancerous cells, your OBGYN will rem...
- My prayers are with you. I know the waiting is difficult. I had a lump in my breast and my doctor's office was VERY slow getting back to me with the results. I call...
- Please try not to worry, it seems like a long time to wait for results. My pap came back with pre cancer cells on my cervics, I had to have a partical hyst, (which me...
