sbgrace Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 :grouphug: I'm so sorry you've got this fight ahead of you. Praying for you. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I.Dup. Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 I am so sorry you are going through this. I will pray for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TN Mama Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 Wow. I'm sorry to just be seeing this, Lynne. :grouphug::grouphug: I will be praying for your complete recovery and healing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonshineLearner Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 I didn't post this in my reply last night, but wanted to let you and others know that ovarian cancer is NOT detected by a pap. I haven't read all the replies but thought I had came across a few saying they haven't done this in a long time and really needed to etc.... There are symptoms that you can be aware of, such as...bloating that last more than two weeks, abdominal pain & discomfort, lower back pain, feeling of fullness quickly after eating and a couple more that I can't remember. :grouphug: for you again and your family during this. Not being able to fully eliminate, particularly movement of the bowels. :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TN Mama Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 Ps. I am ticked at yr Dr. on your behalf.:glare: :iagree::iagree::iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 I have been praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
renmew Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 Oh, my, I am so sorry you're having to go through this illness. I began to cry reading your post. I'm glad you have family and friends for support. I will send you my prayers often as you battle this disease. And about that doctor, definitely get your records first, talk to a malpractice lawyer, and regardless of direction make sure that man knows the damage his stupidity has caused. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluemongoose Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FO4UR Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 :grouphug: Praying for a full recovery! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Element Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 Lynne, I just want to let you know I'm thinking of you and wishing you health, wellness, and peace of mind. What an absolute shock this must be for you and your family. :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mybluesky Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 :grouphug: Prayers for healing for you!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnL Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 :grouphug: We need a praying smiley, too :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FeFe Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juelle Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 Wow. Praying for healing for your body and your spirit. :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsmom42 Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 Praying for you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pdalley Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Praying for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sahamamama Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimber Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 I'm praying for you and your family. I know this must be very very difficult. May God protect you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amber in AUS Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 Thinking of you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiguirre Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 :grouphug: I'll be thinking of you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m0mmaBuck Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 Thinking of you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OLG Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 Prayers and :grouphug:. So much for you to take in so suddenly. While I don't know you personally, I sense a very strong woman in your post, one who can gather up the strength to accept these changes and move on to a new life. My prayers for strength are with you.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delaney Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 I didn't post this in my reply last night, but wanted to let you and others know that ovarian cancer is NOT detected by a pap. I haven't read all the replies but thought I had came across a few saying they haven't done this in a long time and really needed to etc.... There are symptoms that you can be aware of, such as...bloating that last more than two weeks, abdominal pain & discomfort, lower back pain, feeling of fullness quickly after eating and a couple more that I can't remember. :grouphug: for you again and your family during this. Can I ask if the reason they palpate the ovaries when they do an internal exam is to look for something like a mass? I know when I go he really pushes hard from the outside and inside to check the ovaries. Wouldn't a regular pap be helpful in that regard? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emzhengjiu Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: I'm am so very sorry. Praying for you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DianeW88 Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 Can I ask if the reason they palpate the ovaries when they do an internal exam is to look for something like a mass? I know when I go he really pushes hard from the outside and inside to check the ovaries. Wouldn't a regular pap be helpful in that regard? No. A pap smear screens for cervical cancer, not ovarian cancer. As for palpitating to feel your ovaries, that will only work if you have a HUGE mass present. And often times, not even then, because the mass tends to pull your ovary back and down and your doctor will not be able to feel it. Ovaries are notoriously difficult to find by palpitation even under the best of circumstances...they are quite small. As I said previously, I have a trans-v*ginal ultrasound every year to check mine (my mother had ovarian cancer), and it has to be trans-v*ginal as opposed to an abdominal scan, because they are too difficult to see properly with an abdominal scan. Pushing in on your abdomen for a few seconds at the OB's office is not an effective way to screen for ovarian cancer...it's actually pretty worthless. One thing that does reduce the risk of contracting ovarian cancer is taking the birth control pill (scientifically proven in study after study)...that can reduce your chance of getting it by up to 60%. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2cents Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: You and your family are in my thoughts. Stay strong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 :grouphug: I am stunned and so sorry for all of this. What a horrible shock! You will be in my earnest healing thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenL Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 I've been out of town, so I'm just now seeing this! It's hard to find the right words. I'm so incredibly sorry to hear this news. I am praying over you... for peace and comfort as you deal with this sudden change, for clarity from doctors as you proceed, for strength and the will to fight this, and for the correct treatment to be administered. Many, many hugs & prayers are with you! :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsmom2011 Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 :grouphug: I will pray for you :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobbeym Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 :grouphug: What a scary thing to go through! Lynne, you and your family are in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiramisu Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 (edited) :grouphug: I'll be praying here, too. I'm very, very sorry to hear your news. Please know that you are very cared about, and I hope you will find a lot of love and support here. ETA: I just want to let you know that something very similar happened to a close friend while pregnant with twins. She is doing fine, and her two babies are now in high school! Edited October 6, 2012 by NJKelli Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mothersweets Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 :grouphug: Oh my goodness. I hope you recover quickly, and am glad you have so much support there with you. :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thescrappyhomeschooler Posted October 6, 2012 Author Share Posted October 6, 2012 Thank you again. I'm feeling a little better today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer3141 Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 Thank you again. I'm feeling a little better today. I'm glad but I'm so sorry you have to go through this at all. :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delaney Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 No. A pap smear screens for cervical cancer, not ovarian cancer. As for palpitating to feel your ovaries, that will only work if you have a HUGE mass present. And often times, not even then, because the mass tends to pull your ovary back and down and your doctor will not be able to feel it. Ovaries are notoriously difficult to find by palpitation even under the best of circumstances...they are quite small. As I said previously, I have a trans-v*ginal ultrasound every year to check mine (my mother had ovarian cancer), and it has to be trans-v*ginal as opposed to an abdominal scan, because they are too difficult to see properly with an abdominal scan. Pushing in on your abdomen for a few seconds at the OB's office is not an effective way to screen for ovarian cancer...it's actually pretty worthless. One thing that does reduce the risk of contracting ovarian cancer is taking the birth control pill (scientifically proven in study after study)...that can reduce your chance of getting it by up to 60%. Ok thanks for that info! Good to hear about the pill working against it too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelle in MO Posted October 6, 2012 Share Posted October 6, 2012 Thank you again. I'm feeling a little better today. That's good news! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wildcat Posted October 7, 2012 Share Posted October 7, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug: Lynne :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted October 7, 2012 Share Posted October 7, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weat4 Posted October 7, 2012 Share Posted October 7, 2012 Oh my goodness, how very scary, I'm so sorry this is happening to you. Maybe your letter to your doctor should include, "Do you think if I cut out the carbs, my CANCER would go away?" My thoughts and continued prayers are with you and your family. Warmly, Julie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5knights3maidens Posted October 7, 2012 Share Posted October 7, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lea1 Posted October 7, 2012 Share Posted October 7, 2012 I'm so sorry you are having to go through this. I will be praying for you and your family.:grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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