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xmas74

(29,671 posts)
Thu Apr 28, 2022, 09:29 AM Apr 2022

Things didn't go well.

The ovarian mass was stuck on a kidney, part of the bowel, an artery and the abdominal wall. I had a blood transfusion and was sent to ICU. They're finding a bed in med surg today.

I officially have ovarian cancer.

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Things didn't go well. (Original Post) xmas74 Apr 2022 OP
Healing vibes on the way! 💓💓💓 SheltieLover Apr 2022 #1
So sorry. Thinking positive💙 we can do it Apr 2022 #2
So sorry for the bad news! lark Apr 2022 #3
Warmest thoughts and healing for you CurtEastPoint Apr 2022 #4
I hope things get better from now on Walleye Apr 2022 #5
Healing energy being sent your way. Irish_Dem Apr 2022 #6
I'm so sorry KarenS Apr 2022 #7
((xmas74)) blm Apr 2022 #8
1Oh my OLDMDDEM Apr 2022 #9
I will pray for you and ask the Blessed Mother to help you. katmondoo Apr 2022 #10
I am so sorry to hear this. Solly Mack Apr 2022 #11
Oh noooo, xmas74. I'm so sorry. dixiechiken1 Apr 2022 #12
So sorry to hear that ((xmas74)) healing vibes sent your way, keep us posted Hugh_Lebowski Apr 2022 #13
Peace and love to you. pwb Apr 2022 #14
(((((((((xmas74)))))))) vibes for healing and recovery , patience and strength, niyad Apr 2022 #15
Heling Thoughts for You. Today and Always Stuart G Apr 2022 #16
Oh, I'm so sorry cally Apr 2022 #17
Healing vibes and hugs xmas74 sarge43 Apr 2022 #18
That's hard news to hear. Sending you love chia Apr 2022 #19
I am so sorry, my dear xmas74...My best vibes to you for a successful outcome & recovery. ♥ CaliforniaPeggy Apr 2022 #20
Healing thoughts and hugs for you. StarryNite Apr 2022 #21
Oh my dear xmas74, I will be praying for you every step of the way!! Miracles do happen, we have secondwind Apr 2022 #22
So very sorry Xmas74. You know we're all pulling for you. Fla Dem Apr 2022 #23
My heart is with you Goddessartist Apr 2022 #24
So sorry to hear this Retired Engineer Bob Apr 2022 #25
I wish you the best. fightforfreedom Apr 2022 #26
Oh my. I'm sorry for the news... MontanaMama Apr 2022 #27
So sorry kimbutgar Apr 2022 #28
I'm so sorry. mountain grammy Apr 2022 #29
I said a prayer for healing. Joinfortmill Apr 2022 #30
This message was self-deleted by its author Chin music Apr 2022 #31
Every case is different, but my mother's might wnylib Apr 2022 #32
If you can't post directly after your surgery, zanana1 Apr 2022 #33
Concentrate on getting better. See link below. Peregrine Took Apr 2022 #34
(((hugs))) samnsara Apr 2022 #35
wishing you all the best orleans Apr 2022 #36
Healing and positive thoughts and vibes to you. onecaliberal Apr 2022 #37
I hope you recover from this surgery quickly MuseRider Apr 2022 #38
I'm so sorry to hear this. barbtries Apr 2022 #39
I have a good feeling about you. tavernier Apr 2022 #40
This message was self-deleted by its author Chin music Apr 2022 #44
Sending healing vibes your way LittleGirl Apr 2022 #41
Sending you peaceful healing thoughts bronxiteforever Apr 2022 #42
This message was self-deleted by its author bronxiteforever Apr 2022 #43
I'm so very sorry, xmas 74! I wish you the very best possible outcome. LaMouffette Apr 2022 #45
Sending powerful healing vibes wendyb-NC Apr 2022 #46
All of our best thoughts and wishes for a speedy and complete recovery. BobTheSubgenius Apr 2022 #47
I'm so sorry nt XanaDUer2 Apr 2022 #48
Hugs and goid vibes coming your way. ProudMNDemocrat Apr 2022 #49
Get several of theses and put them in convenient places. alfredo Apr 2022 #50
Sending you lots of love and prayers for healing. Nt redwitch Apr 2022 #51
Sending prayers and love your way! colorado_ufo Apr 2022 #52
I am sorry. murielm99 Apr 2022 #53
Sending you ❤️❤️❤️❤️ And hugs, xmas74 MLAA Apr 2022 #54
Oh my dear xmas74 lillypaddle Apr 2022 #55
so sorry to hear that. Stay strong. Hamlette Apr 2022 #56
So sorry to hear that xmas 74, hugs to you. 2Gingersnaps Apr 2022 #57
My heart goes out to you. minstrel76 Apr 2022 #58
I'm so sorry. Prayers and hugs for you. highplainsdem Apr 2022 #59
we are here for you my sweet Skittles Apr 2022 #60
That's lousy news, but I am glad babylonsister Apr 2022 #61
I'm so sorry you have to go through that. CaptainTruth Apr 2022 #62
You're now on a known path to healing - try and stay upbeat. yonder Apr 2022 #63
Damn. ancianita Apr 2022 #64
Best wishes rebe303 Apr 2022 #65
Sending you my best DU vibes Wicked Blue Apr 2022 #66
Wishing you a full and speedy recovery GeoWilliam750 Apr 2022 #67
All the best to you... PittBlue Apr 2022 #68
So sorry to hear this... Trueblue Texan Apr 2022 #69

lark

(23,065 posts)
3. So sorry for the bad news!
Thu Apr 28, 2022, 09:35 AM
Apr 2022

Hope you get some kick ass surgeons and oncologists to ensure a good result!! Best wishes on your upcoming surgery/recovery.

dixiechiken1

(2,113 posts)
12. Oh noooo, xmas74. I'm so sorry.
Thu Apr 28, 2022, 10:22 AM
Apr 2022

Sending you light & love. Please know that a lot of people are thinking of you.

niyad

(113,074 posts)
15. (((((((((xmas74)))))))) vibes for healing and recovery , patience and strength,
Thu Apr 28, 2022, 10:26 AM
Apr 2022

headed your way. Your DU family is here for you.

secondwind

(16,903 posts)
22. Oh my dear xmas74, I will be praying for you every step of the way!! Miracles do happen, we have
Thu Apr 28, 2022, 10:44 AM
Apr 2022

the best healthcare in the world....... !!

Sending you all good vibes, and all my prayers, all the way from down here in the Caribbean...

Goddessartist

(1,759 posts)
24. My heart is with you
Thu Apr 28, 2022, 10:52 AM
Apr 2022

Sending you much love and light. One of my sisters is right where you are. Prayers and love.

25. So sorry to hear this
Thu Apr 28, 2022, 10:53 AM
Apr 2022

Sending you thoughts of strength and courage.

My mother had ovarian cancer 10 years ago. After surgery and radiation, she is still in remission. Hang in there, and keep us appraised of the situation as best you can.

MontanaMama

(23,296 posts)
27. Oh my. I'm sorry for the news...
Thu Apr 28, 2022, 10:55 AM
Apr 2022

and I’m encouraged they’re hustling you into surgery, as they should. Please keep us posted as you can. May recovery be swift and sure.

kimbutgar

(21,055 posts)
28. So sorry
Thu Apr 28, 2022, 11:01 AM
Apr 2022

My best friend has also been battling ovarian cancer. She had to get a fill hysterectomy and so far after 3 months she’s cancer free.


Hang in there and know that us at DU are sending you healing thoughts,

Response to xmas74 (Original post)

wnylib

(21,342 posts)
32. Every case is different, but my mother's might
Thu Apr 28, 2022, 11:06 AM
Apr 2022

provide some hope.

She had ovarian cancer, too, which also affected her bowels. After surgery and chemo therapy, it went into remission.

She lived to be 90 years old.

Sending healing energy your way.

zanana1

(6,103 posts)
33. If you can't post directly after your surgery,
Thu Apr 28, 2022, 11:08 AM
Apr 2022

Please have a friend or family member post for you. We care.

Peregrine Took

(7,412 posts)
34. Concentrate on getting better. See link below.
Thu Apr 28, 2022, 11:11 AM
Apr 2022

Famous opera star, Jose Carreras,after dx'd with advanced leukemia, said he concentrated on living and and that was 30 years ago.


https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/ovarian/stories/index.htm

MuseRider

(34,095 posts)
38. I hope you recover from this surgery quickly
Thu Apr 28, 2022, 11:26 AM
Apr 2022

and get to fighting other ways. I am so sorry to see this. Wishing for a removal of your pain and productive treatments. Many hugs and well wishes.

tavernier

(12,369 posts)
40. I have a good feeling about you.
Thu Apr 28, 2022, 11:34 AM
Apr 2022

Come back on the flip side and let us know that they got it all. I feel a celebration coming!

Response to tavernier (Reply #40)

Response to xmas74 (Original post)

LaMouffette

(2,020 posts)
45. I'm so very sorry, xmas 74! I wish you the very best possible outcome.
Thu Apr 28, 2022, 11:53 AM
Apr 2022

I am praying for you and your family!

BobTheSubgenius

(11,560 posts)
47. All of our best thoughts and wishes for a speedy and complete recovery.
Thu Apr 28, 2022, 12:22 PM
Apr 2022

Cancer treatments have come SO far that you should expect yourself to get past this. It's the best mindset, no matter what, but this time, there are objective reasons to keep positive thoughts. We sure will.

alfredo

(60,071 posts)
50. Get several of theses and put them in convenient places.
Thu Apr 28, 2022, 12:37 PM
Apr 2022

Their use will become apparent when you receive treatment.

Grad Triangular Intake / Output Containers Should find them for under 2 dollars

Music is a great way to relax while in treatment. I used headphones and my eyes covered. I played the crap out of "The Erasure" by Thom Yorke and "Jack Johnson" by Miles Davis

yonder

(9,657 posts)
63. You're now on a known path to healing - try and stay upbeat.
Thu Apr 28, 2022, 08:42 PM
Apr 2022

I'm adding my own positive wave energy to the tsunami already washing your way by the many friends you have here.

Wicked Blue

(5,819 posts)
66. Sending you my best DU vibes
Thu Apr 28, 2022, 10:09 PM
Apr 2022

((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((( )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

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