Don't Be Afraid to Ask for HelpDuring a cancer diagnosis and treatment, there will be times where you know you need help. There will also be times where you may not be ready to ask for...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Scanxiety... Here We Go AgainAt the moment, I am sitting in the atrium of the hospital waiting for my PET scan appointment. This seems to be customary nowadays, happening time and time again. But...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
To Our Caregivers: THANK YOU!Dear Caregiver, Care-Partner, Caring Family and Friends, Thank you for all that you do. In the moments when I am not feeling well, you have been there for me. Life...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Learning to Accept and Live with the StatisticsI’m not going to lie, sometimes I forget that I had cancer. That brief moment of bliss and detachment is the hardest part to cope with because once I snap...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What Does Research Say About Ovarian Cancer and Hypertension?Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is often linked to health risks. However, some research shows that women with ovarian cancer who are also being treated for high blood pressure may...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Hair Loss TipsWhen the pharmacist said I would be starting to lose my hair in 2 weeks, I knew I would want to buzz my hair at the first sign of hair...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Why Does Cancer Cause Insomnia?This article was originally published on BladderCancer.net by TK Sellman. Published research confirms that insomnia affects between half and three-quarters of all people who have been diagnosed with cancer. Other...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Why Bedside Manner MattersI won the lottery when it came to my lead oncologist. She’s not only literally my lifesaver, but she’s my friend and partner in crime when it comes to awareness...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Does Breastfeeding Lower the Risk of Ovarian Cancer?We often focus on how breastfeeding helps the baby, but what about the moms? Many women report that breastfeeding their babies makes them feel less stressed and anxious. Breastfeeding also...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Lynch Syndrome and Ovarian CancerGenetics can be an important part of someone’s health. Certain genetic syndromes are related to different cancers. One example is Lynch syndrome, which has been linked to ovarian cancer. Knowing...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
PTSD and Cancer. It's Real.Cancer was traumatic for me. And it hit me 7 days after I rang the Victory Bell. I was a champ during the diagnosis, with 6 chemotherapy treatments, 3 CT scans...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
I Had A Second OpinionThe day that I received my diagnosis of ovarian cancer, I was referred to a local oncologist. When I met with the oncologist, she told me I needed surgery as...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Ovarian CancerOvarian cancer is the second most common gynecologic cancer in the United States, and anyone with ovaries can develop ovarian cancer. Regardless, it can be hard to know what to...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Skinny About Blood Thinners During Active TreatmentI'm thankful for my blood clots. They presented themselves inside both lung cavities, and they are the reason why my ovarian cancer was discovered early. I visited the ER because...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Start Small: Adding Movement Back in To Your RoutineFor those of us who had an active lifestyle prior to being diagnosed with cancer, determining how we maintain some movement after diagnosis/surgery/during treatment, and/or how do we start again...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Seven Things to Know About HospiceThis article was originally published on LungCancer.net by Alison Petok, MSW, LCSW, MPH. “Hospice” can be a scary word for patients and families, but in reality, it is a wonderful...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
To Cold Cap, Wig or Commando?!?Losing your hair will be inevitable with the type of frontline drug the majority of women are given who have ovarian cancer. How you go about dealing with this side effect...well...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Bundle of BlessingsToday my heart grew to its largest capacity as I became a grandmother. My beautiful grandson, Nathaniel, was born to my youngest child. My eyes filled with tears as I...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Robotic Surgery MiracleI have had several surgeries in my life, but none have ever involved extracting actual organs. From the CT scan, it appeared as though I was going to be able...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Combating Cancer-Related FatigueThis article was originally published on BladderCancer.net and written by Alison Petok, MSW, LCSW, MPH. Sometimes when our lives are so busy and full, we may wonder, why do we...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments