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Platinum Resistance: Alicia’s Ovarian Cancer Story Framed by a Medical Expert
Alicia N., Ovarian Cancer, Stage 3C; Uterine Cancer, Stage 1 Symptoms: No menstrual cycle for one year followed by almost two years of daily bleeding, large blood clots, high blood pressure, random cough, bloating, lower back pain Treatments: Surgery (total hysterectomy), chemotherapy, radiation therapy (planned)
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Diagnosed with Stage 3C Ovarian Cancer at 21: Julia’s Experience
Julia T., Low-Grade Serous Ovarian Cancer, Stage 3C Symptoms: Unexplained weight loss and then rapid weight gain, chronic acid reflux and heartburn, persistent bloating and abdominal distension, early satiety, frequent urination with hip pain, extreme abdominal pain and tenderness Treatments: Surgeries (abdominal surgery to remove large ovarian cysts, full hysterectomy, debulking surgery), chemotherapy, hormone therapy…
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Spencer’s Fertility Journey and an Unexpected Ovarian Cancer Diagnosis
Spencer L., Ovarian Cancer (Ovarian Clear Cell Carcinoma), Stage 1Symptoms: Mass in the ovary discovered during preparation for IVFTreatments: Surgeries (hysterectomy, oophorectomy, salpingectomy), chemotherapy
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Advocating for Yourself: Kacie’s Experience with Ovarian Cancer
Kacie K., Low-Grade Serous Ovarian Cancer, Stage 3Symptoms: Pelvic pain, sharp pains during menstrual periods, inability to urinate normally, bleedingTreatments: Surgeries (full hysterectomy, ostomy surgery, ostomy reversal surgery), chemotherapy
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Kim’s Experience with Stage 4 Clear Cell Ovarian Cancer
Kim C., Clear Cell Ovarian Cancer, Stage 4 (Metastatic)Symptoms: Coughing, incontinence, severe bloating, nighttime pain, hard lump on right side, appearance of rash on chestTreatments: Surgeries (radical hysterectomy, lymphadenectomy), chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, clinical trial
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“Panic Only When Your Feet Hit the Sand”: Melanie’s Stage 4 Ovarian Cancer Story
Melanie E., High-Grade Serous Ovarian Cancer, Stage 4 (Metastatic), BRCA1+ Symptoms: Cough, stabbing pain in right rib area, bloating, frequent urination, moodiness, fatigue Treatments: Surgery (debulking surgery including full hysterectomy), chemotherapy, immunotherapy
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A New Era in Ovarian Cancer Treatment and Platinum-Resistant Options
Learn about the latest therapies, clinical trials, and biomarker tests for platinum-resistant ovarian cancer from expert Dr. Kathleen Moore.
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Kim’s Stage 2 Ovarian Cancer (2B Clear Cell Carcinoma) Story
Kim C., Ovarian Cancer (Clear Cell Carcinoma), Stage 2BSymptoms: Coughing, incontinence, severe bloating, nighttime pain, hard lump on right sideTreatments: Surgeries (radical hysterectomy, lymphadenectomy), chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy
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Jennifer’s Mental Strength living with Kidney & Ovarian Cancer
Jennifer W., Kidney Cancer, Stage 3 & Ovarian Cancer, Stage 4 Symptom: Abdominal bloating Treatments: Surgeries (hysterectomy, splenectomy, nephrectomy, cholecystectomy), chemotherapy, targeted therapy (PARP inhibitor)
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Brittany’s Story: Life, Love, and Hope After Ovarian Cancer
Brittany B., Ovarian Cancer, Stage 3.75 Symptoms: Stomach pain, heavy menstrual bleeding, pain in heart area Treatments: Surgery (full hysterectomy), chemotherapy
