It's been one year since my last chemotherapy treatment for Stage 3C
Ovarian Cancer. The prognosis at the time of my diagnosis was grim.
My oncologist gave me the odds of survival and the my life
expectancy. I of course did not accept this "death sentence". I was
given an aggressive 9 doses of Carbo/Taxol chemotherapy, every three
weeks over the period of six months.
Today, my oncologist can quote "find no evidence of disease". He
told me that in a tumor marker test a number above 35 would be a
concern. In December of 2002, my count was 5.5. Today it is 3.5. I
am of course completely overjoyed at these results. I offer this as
a suggestion, as it worked for me. I stayed positive througout this
experience. I had the support and prayers and many friends and
family. When times were really down, I knew I could pick up the
phone anytime and talk to someone. It wasn't easy, and I experienced
bouts of depression and exhaustion.
Today I still hang on to that support. Even though there is no
apparent evidence of cancer, I feel that my positive attitude
contributed to my recovery. I laugh, live, and take in all the little
things in life. I have been given a second chance, and don't want to
miss a thing! Have a great day!