Thread: ovarian cancer

recently i had a big scare. went to the docs to see about back pain, (i thought i had kidney problems) had a scan and a very large growth was found on my ovary (10cmx9cm). I personally have never had a CA125 test done. when the test was done it was not positive. within a week i was in the operating theatre. total hysterectomy and salpingectomy performed. i am 32. talk about being knocked off your perch. my husband though was a pillar of strength even though he himself was heartbroken..

all women reading this please listen to your bodies and men reading this encourage your partners. I am not sure about the CA125 test. it is up to the individual. i work in the medical field and maybe i should of known better. hind sight is a wonderful thing. ladies have scans. i could not get over the size of my mass and it hit home that ovarian cancer is a silent killer.

my final word. it is your body, it your life life. take charge of your health care. you and your family live with the consequences not your doctor.
Be informed and ask for second opinions.

i try to look at the positives not matter how negative the situation may be. i for once was on the receiving side of health care. this situation has made me more empathetic & caring to health care consumers and realising just how much support and education is required to empower individuals and families in trying situations..

take care to all.

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